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UK//baɪ ˈnaɪtfɔːl//US//baɪ ˈnaɪtfɔl//

Meaning of By nightfall

Before it becomes night or dark.

In simple words: before it gets dark in the evening

By nightfall in a sentence

  • We need to finish the project by nightfall.
  • The hikers aim to reach the campsite by nightfall.
  • They promised to return home by nightfall.

How to use By nightfall

Use in narratives or planning contexts. Less common in formal writing. Implies a deadline or timeframe.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think 'by' as a deadline and 'nightfall' as the moment it gets dark.

Related words

Collocations with By nightfall

  • arrive by nightfall
  • finish by nightfall
  • return by nightfall

Synonyms for By nightfall

  • by dusk
  • by evening
  • by dark

Common mistakes with By nightfall

  • Using 'by night' instead of 'by nightfall'
  • Including unnecessary words like 'at' before 'by nightfall'
  • Confusing with phrases like 'at night'

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Frequently asked questions about By nightfall

What does By nightfall mean?

before it gets dark in the evening

What is the definition of By nightfall?

Before it becomes night or dark.

How do you use By nightfall in a sentence?

We need to finish the project by nightfall.

Can you give another example of By nightfall?

The hikers aim to reach the campsite by nightfall.

What are synonyms for By nightfall?

Common alternatives include by dusk, by evening, by dark.

What words go with By nightfall?

It commonly pairs with arrive by nightfall, finish by nightfall, return by nightfall.

What are common mistakes when using By nightfall?

Using 'by night' instead of 'by nightfall' Including unnecessary words like 'at' before 'by nightfall' Confusing with phrases like 'at night'

How do you pronounce By nightfall?

US: //baɪ ˈnaɪtfɔl//, UK: //baɪ ˈnaɪtfɔːl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use By nightfall?

Use in narratives or planning contexts. Less common in formal writing. Implies a deadline or timeframe.