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Sunset

UK //ˈsʌn.sɛt// US //ˈsʌn.set// Pronunciation

Definition

The daily disappearance of the sun below the horizon.

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In simple words: The time when the sun goes down in the evening.

Examples

• We watched the beautiful sunset on the beach.
• The sunset painted the sky in shades of orange and purple.
• Every evening, I take a moment to enjoy the sunset.
• In summer, the sunset occurs later in the evening.
• Photographers love to capture sunsets for their beauty.

Usage notes

Commonly used in everyday conversation and writing; consider using in poetic contexts or when describing scenic views.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of the sun setting like a giant orange going down in the sky.

Collocations

• watch the sunset
• beautiful sunset
• sunset beach
• sunset sky
• sunset view

Synonyms

• dusk
• twilight
• evening
• fall
• eventide

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'sunrise', which is the opposite.
• Using 'sunset' for daylight instead of evening.
• Incorrectly spelling as 'sun set' instead of one word.