Cool MateMeaning of Last night
The most recent night before today.
In simple words: The night before today.
Last night in a sentence
- I watched a movie with friends last night.
- Last night, I couldn't sleep because of the thunder.
- What did you do last night after dinner?
- We had a great time at the party last night.
- Last night, the stars were shining beautifully.
- Did you see the news last night?
How to use Last night
Used informally in conversation. It's not usually appropriate for formal writing. Refers specifically to the night before the current day.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think of the last sleep you had before today.
Related words
Collocations with Last night
- last night out
- happened last night
- meeting last night
Synonyms for Last night
- previous night
- night before
- yesterday night
Common mistakes with Last night
- Using 'last night' when referring to a future event.
- Confusing 'last night' with 'yesterday' which includes the entire day.
- 'Last night' should not be used for daytime events.
Last night appears in
Last night in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
الليلة الماضية
الليلة اللي قبل اليوم.
- Bengaliবাংলা
গত রাত
আজকের আগের রাত।
- GermanDeutsch
Gestern Abend
Die Nacht vor heute.
- SpanishEspañol
Anoche
La noche antes de hoy.
- Persianفارسی
دیشب
شبی که قبل از امروز بود.
- FrenchFrançais
La nuit dernière
La nuit avant aujourd'hui.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कल रात
आज से पहले वाली रात।
- ItalianItaliano
La scorsa notte
La notte prima di oggi.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Ontem à noite
A noite antes de hoje.
- RussianРусский
Прошлой ночью
Ночь перед сегодняшним днем.
- Urduاردو
گزشتہ رات
آج سے پہلے والی رات۔
- Chinese中文
昨晚
前一个晚上。
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Frequently asked questions about Last night
What does Last night mean?
The night before today.
What is the definition of Last night?
The most recent night before today.
How do you use Last night in a sentence?
I watched a movie with friends last night.
Can you give another example of Last night?
Last night, I couldn't sleep because of the thunder.
What are synonyms for Last night?
Common alternatives include previous night, night before, yesterday night.
What words go with Last night?
It commonly pairs with last night out, happened last night, meeting last night.
What are common mistakes when using Last night?
Using 'last night' when referring to a future event. Confusing 'last night' with 'yesterday' which includes the entire day. 'Last night' should not be used for daytime events.
How do you pronounce Last night?
US: //læst naɪt//, UK: //lɑːst naɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Last night?
Used informally in conversation. It's not usually appropriate for formal writing. Refers specifically to the night before the current day.