Daytime: meaning, definitions and examples
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daytime
[ ˈdeɪˌtaɪm ]
time of day
The time of day when it is light, from the time when the sun rises to the time when it sets.
Synonyms
daylight hours, daytime hours
Examples of usage
- I prefer to do outdoor activities during the daytime.
- The daytime is perfect for sightseeing and exploring new places.
time frame
The period of the day between morning and night; the hours of daylight.
Synonyms
daylight, daytime hours
Examples of usage
- She works during the daytime and relaxes in the evening.
- The daytime is when most people are active and productive.
Translations
Translations of the word "daytime" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tempo diurno
🇮🇳 दिन
🇩🇪 Tageszeit
🇮🇩 siang hari
🇺🇦 денний час
🇵🇱 czas dzienny
🇯🇵 昼間 (ひるま)
🇫🇷 temps de jour
🇪🇸 tiempo diurno
🇹🇷 gündüz
🇰🇷 낮 시간
🇸🇦 النهار
🇨🇿 denní doba
🇸🇰 denný čas
🇨🇳 白天
🇸🇮 dnevni čas
🇮🇸 dags tími
🇰🇿 күндізгі уақыт
🇬🇪 დღის დრო
🇦🇿 gündüz vaxtı
🇲🇽 tiempo diurno
Word origin
The word 'daytime' originated in the late 14th century, combining 'day' with 'time'. It has been used to refer to the time of day when it is light and the period between morning and night. The concept of daytime has been essential for human activities, determining work hours, outdoor events, and daily routines.
See also: daily, day, daybed, daybreak, daylight, daypack, daystar, nowadays, today, yesterday.