🇯🇵 How to say

“night” in Japanese

夜よる
Illustration of "night" in a Japanese cultural setting
A peaceful city skyline at night, with twinkling stars above and lights from buildings glowing softly. A few people stroll along the street, enjoying the calmness of the evening, as the moon shines brightly in the sky.

Usage note

The word 夜 (よる) means 'night' in Japanese. It is used to describe the time after sunset, when it is dark outside. In Japan, many activities, such as festivals and fireworks, happen at night.

Examples

  • 今は夜です。

    It is night now.

  • 夜に星が見えます。

    You can see stars at night.

  • 夜ご飯を食べます。

    I eat dinner at night.

Quick check

What does "夜" mean?

  • A. night
  • B. fish
  • C. tomorrow
  • D. tree

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