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UK//baɪ ðə taɪm ðə sʌn sɛts//US//baɪ ðə taɪm ðə sʌn sɛts//

Meaning of By the time the sun sets

When the sun goes down and night begins.

In simple words: When the sun goes down in the sky.

By the time the sun sets in a sentence

  • We need to leave before the time the sun sets.
  • I love to go for walks by the time the sun sets.
  • Make sure to finish your homework by the time the sun sets.
  • By the time the sun sets, the sky turns beautiful colors.
  • They planned a picnic to end by the time the sun sets.

How to use By the time the sun sets

Commonly used in both spoken and written English to indicate a specific time, often associated with completing tasks or events before nightfall.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a sunset party where you need to finish everything before it gets dark.

Related words

Collocations with By the time the sun sets

  • sun sets
  • before the sun sets
  • by sunset

Synonyms for By the time the sun sets

Common mistakes with By the time the sun sets

  • Confused with 'set' as in to arrange or fix something.
  • Used excessively when not addressing a specific time situation.
  • Misused in context, such as not referring to the sun.

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Frequently asked questions about By the time the sun sets

What does By the time the sun sets mean?

When the sun goes down in the sky.

What is the definition of By the time the sun sets?

When the sun goes down and night begins.

How do you use By the time the sun sets in a sentence?

We need to leave before the time the sun sets.

Can you give another example of By the time the sun sets?

I love to go for walks by the time the sun sets.

What are synonyms for By the time the sun sets?

Common alternatives include sunset, dusk.

What words go with By the time the sun sets?

It commonly pairs with sun sets, before the sun sets, by sunset.

What are common mistakes when using By the time the sun sets?

Confused with 'set' as in to arrange or fix something. Used excessively when not addressing a specific time situation. Misused in context, such as not referring to the sun.

How do you pronounce By the time the sun sets?

US: //baɪ ðə taɪm ðə sʌn sɛts//, UK: //baɪ ðə taɪm ðə sʌn sɛts//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use By the time the sun sets?

Commonly used in both spoken and written English to indicate a specific time, often associated with completing tasks or events before nightfall.