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“afternoon” in English

afternoon
Illustration of "afternoon" in a English cultural setting
A bright, sunlit street with people sitting at outdoor café tables, enjoying coffee and conversation as the shadows begin to grow longer.

Usage note

Use 'afternoon' to refer to the time between noon and evening.

Examples

  • Good afternoon.

    Good afternoon.

  • It's a sunny afternoon.

    It's a sunny afternoon.

  • I nap in the afternoon.

    I nap in the afternoon.

Quick check

What does "afternoon" mean?

  • A. afternoon
  • B. airplane
  • C. apple
  • D. bag

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