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    Nocturno (en. Night)

    /nokˈtuɾ.no/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A musical composition created to be performed at night.
    Chopin's nocturne is one of his best-known works.
    El nocturno de Chopin es una de sus obras más conocidas.
    A type of poem or song that evokes the tranquility of the night.
    The author wrote a beautiful nocturne that captures the nocturnal silence.
    El autor escribió un bello nocturno que captura el silencio nocturno.
    adjective
    That happens or is visible during the night.
    Nocturnal animals come out to hunt when the sun sets.
    Los animales nocturnos salen a cazar cuando cae el sol.
    Characteristic of the night.
    The nocturnal atmosphere of the forest was magical and serene.
    La atmósfera nocturna del bosque era mágica y serena.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'nocturnus', which means 'nocturnal' or 'belonging to the night'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    summer nocturne
    It refers to summer nights, often warm and pleasant.
    nocturno de verano
    nighttime activity
    Actions or events that occur during the night.
    actividad nocturna

    Related Words

    nocturnality
    Character of what occurs during the night.
    nocturnidad
    night owl
    A person who is used to being out at night.
    noctámbulo

    Slang Meanings

    Aficionado of going out at night.
    That party was organized by a group of night owls who are always out.
    Esa fiesta fue organizada por un grupo de nocturnos que siempre están de salida.
    A person who works night shifts.
    The night shift workers at the hospital are essential for patient care.
    Los nocturnos del hospital son esenciales para el cuidado de los pacientes.