
daytime
/ˈdeɪtaɪm/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #3260 in the learning path
白天;日间
Definitions
n. The part of the day when there is natural light.
白天;日间
adj. Happening or existing during the day rather than at night.
白天的;日间的
Example
The cat usually sleeps indoors during the daytime.
这只猫白天通常在屋里睡觉。
Higher daytime temperatures may force outdoor workers to adjust their schedules during the summer months.
夏季白天气温升高,可能迫使户外工作者调整工作时间。
Collocations
- during the daytime
- daytime temperatures
- daytime television
Word family
- day (n.)
Antonyms
- nighttime
Usage tip
常说in the daytime;作定语时不加the。
FAQ
- What does daytime mean?
- The part of the day when there is natural light. Happening or existing during the day rather than at night.
- How is daytime pronounced?
- UK /ˈdeɪtaɪm/, US /ˈdeɪtaɪm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.