Atardecer (en. Sunset)
/ataɾdeˈθeɾ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Moment of the day when the sun goes down.
The sunset at the beach is truly beautiful.
El atardecer en la playa es realmente hermoso.
The process from daylight to darkness.
We sat down to contemplate the sunset and enjoy the landscape.
Nos sentamos a contemplar el atardecer y disfrutar del paisaje.
Time for tranquility and reflection at the end of the day.
I like to go for a walk during sunset.
Me gusta salir a caminar durante el atardecer.
Etymology
It comes from the verb 'atardecer', which combines 'a' (toward) and 'tardecer' (to become late).
Common Phrases and Expressions
to watch the sunset
To observe the moment when the sun goes down.
ver el atardecer
to enjoy the sunset
To appreciate the landscape and the light at the end of the day.
disfrutar del atardecer
even if the sunset falls
Referring to something that does not end despite the circumstances.
aunque caiga el atardecer
Related Words
dawn
The period of the day when the sun rises.
amanecer
afternoon
Part of the day after noon.
tarde
night
The period of the day when it is dark.
noche
Slang Meanings
A good moment to reflect.
In that sunset, I realized many things about myself.
En ese atardecer, me di cuenta de muchas cosas sobre mí mismo.
An opportunity to do something special.
The sunset is the perfect moment for a romantic date.
El atardecer es el momento perfecto para una cita romántica.