nightfall

noun
UK: /ˈnaɪtfɔːl/
US: /ˈnaɪtfɔːl/

  1. The time when the day changes to night.

    1. Nightfall came quickly, and it got dark very fast that day.
    2. As nightfall approached, the campers gathered around the fire to share stories.

  2. The end of the day; the coming of darkness.

    1. We need to be home before nightfall, it's dangerous to travel at night.
    2. The weary travelers sought shelter, hoping to reach the inn before nightfall descended.

Synonyms

dusk twilight evening sundown

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "nightfall" in English means: The time when the day changes to night., The end of the day; the coming of darkness..

The phonetic transcription of "nightfall" is /ˈnaɪtfɔːl/ in British English and /ˈnaɪtfɔːl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "nightfall": dusk, twilight, evening, sundown.

Example usage of "nightfall": "Nightfall came quickly, and it got dark very fast that day.". More examples on the page.