A1noun 3K

Midnight

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈmɪdnaɪt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈmɪdnaɪt/"]/

Meaning of Midnight

12 o’clock at night

In simple words: The middle of the night, 12:00 AM.

Midnight in a sentence

• The clock struck midnight, and the party officially began.
• She always feels more creative at midnight than during the day.
• The movie will start at midnight, so we should leave soon.
• He has a habit of going for a run at midnight.
• They agreed to meet at midnight by the fountain.

How to use Midnight

Use 'midnight' when referring to the exact time of 12:00 AM. It's commonly used in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it to refer to times shortly before or after 12:00 AM.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'midnight' as the 'middle' of the night — it's when the clock strikes twelve!

Related words

Collocations with Midnight

• chime
• strike
• strike
• approach
• come
• feast
• snack
• black
• approaching midnight
• around midnight
• near midnight
• at the stroke of midnight

Synonyms for Midnight

• 12 AM
• dusk
• nighttime

Opposites of Midnight

• midday
• noon

Common mistakes with Midnight

• Confused with 'noon', which is 12:00 PM.
• Using it to mean any late night time, instead of just 12:00 AM.
• Not capitalizing 'Midnight' when starting a sentence.

Frequently asked questions about Midnight

What does Midnight mean?

The middle of the night, 12:00 AM.

What is the definition of Midnight?

12 o’clock at night

How do you use Midnight in a sentence?

The clock struck midnight, and the party officially began.

Can you give another example of Midnight?

She always feels more creative at midnight than during the day.

What are synonyms for Midnight?

Common alternatives include 12 AM, dusk, nighttime.

What is the opposite of Midnight?

Opposite meanings include midday, noon.

What words go with Midnight?

It commonly pairs with chime, strike, strike, approach, come, feast, snack, black, approaching midnight, around midnight, near midnight, at the stroke of midnight.

What are common mistakes when using Midnight?

Confused with 'noon', which is 12:00 PM. Using it to mean any late night time, instead of just 12:00 AM. Not capitalizing 'Midnight' when starting a sentence.

How do you pronounce Midnight?

US: /["/ˈmɪdnaɪt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmɪdnaɪt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Midnight?

Use 'midnight' when referring to the exact time of 12:00 AM. It's commonly used in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it to refer to times shortly before or after 12:00 AM.

What CEFR level is Midnight?

"Midnight" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.