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Sunrise

UK //ˈsʌnraɪz// US //ˈsʌnraɪz// Pronunciation

Definition

The time in the morning when the sun appears above the horizon.

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In simple words: The time in the morning when the sun rises into the sky.

Examples

• The sunrise over the mountains was breathtaking.
• We woke up early to watch the sunrise at the beach.
• The colors of the sunrise painted the sky beautifully.
• Every morning, I take a walk to enjoy the sunrise.
• The sunrise symbolized a new beginning for her.

Usage notes

Used to describe the start of the day; not usually used in formal writing. It can evoke feelings of beauty or hope.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'sun' shining brightly as it comes up in the 'rise' of day.

Collocations

• watch the sunrise
• catch the sunrise
• beautiful sunrise
• sunrise view
• early sunrise

Synonyms

• dawn
• daybreak
• first light
• morning
• sunup

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'sunset', which means the end of the day.
• Used to describe the sun rising during the day rather than in the morning.