Cool MateMeaning of After dark
The time period that begins when the sun has set and it is dark.
In simple words: Later in the evening when it's dark outside
After dark in a sentence
- We planned to take a walk after dark.
- The park closes after dark for safety reasons.
- After dark, the city lights shine beautifully.
- Many animals come out to play after dark.
- It's safer to drive after dark if you have good headlights.
How to use After dark
Use 'after dark' when referring to activities that happen when the sun has set. It's neutral and suitable for most contexts, but avoid it in formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think of the dark covering the sky like a blanket after the sun goes to sleep.
Related words
Collocations with After dark
- roam after dark
- come alive after dark
- entertainment after dark
- safety after dark
Synonyms for After dark
- after sunset
- nighttime
- in the evening
- post-sunset
Common mistakes with After dark
- Using 'after dark' interchangeably with 'at night' without considering timing nuances.
- Confusing it with 'before dark' which indicates a time earlier in the evening.
- Assuming it refers to all night events rather than specifically after sunset.
After dark appears in
After dark in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بعد حلول الظلام
في وقت متأخر من المساء عندما يكون الجو مظلمًا في الخارج
- Bengaliবাংলা
আঁধার হওয়ার পর
সন্ধ্যার পরে যখন বাইরে অন্ধকার হয়ে যায়
- GermanDeutsch
Nach Einbruch der Dunkelheit
Später am Abend, wenn es draußen dunkel ist
- SpanishEspañol
Al anochecer
Más tarde en la noche, cuando ya está oscuro afuera.
- Persianفارسی
بعد از تاریکی هوا
اواخر شب که بیرون تاریک است
- FrenchFrançais
Après la tombée de la nuit
Plus tard dans la soirée quand il fait noir dehors
- Hindiहिन्दी
अँधेरा होने के बाद
शाम को देर से जब बाहर अँधेरा हो जाता है
- ItalianItaliano
Dopo il tramonto
Più tardi la sera, quando fuori fa buio
- PortuguesePortuguês
Depois de escurecer
Mais tarde, à noite, quando está escuro lá fora.
- RussianРусский
После наступления темноты
Позже вечером, когда на улице темно
- Urduاردو
اندھیرے کے بعد
شام ڈھلنے کے بعد جب باہر اندھیرا ہو جاتا ہے
- Chinese中文
天黑以后
晚上天黑之后
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Frequently asked questions about After dark
What does After dark mean?
Later in the evening when it's dark outside
What is the definition of After dark?
The time period that begins when the sun has set and it is dark.
How do you use After dark in a sentence?
We planned to take a walk after dark.
Can you give another example of After dark?
The park closes after dark for safety reasons.
What are synonyms for After dark?
Common alternatives include after sunset, nighttime, in the evening, post-sunset.
What words go with After dark?
It commonly pairs with roam after dark, come alive after dark, entertainment after dark, safety after dark.
What are common mistakes when using After dark?
Using 'after dark' interchangeably with 'at night' without considering timing nuances. Confusing it with 'before dark' which indicates a time earlier in the evening. Assuming it refers to all night events rather than specifically after sunset.
How do you pronounce After dark?
US: //ˈæf.tɚ dɑrk//, UK: //ˈɑːftə dɑːk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use After dark?
Use 'after dark' when referring to activities that happen when the sun has set. It's neutral and suitable for most contexts, but avoid it in formal writing.