1.
daytime, during the day
The period of time when it is light outside, between morning and evening.
昼間は仕事をしています。
I work during the day.
昼間はとても暑い。
It's very hot during the daytime.
昼間に電話してください。
Please call me during the day.
昼間は明るいから電気は要らない。
It's bright during the day, so we don't need the lights.
昼間でも星が見えることがある。
Sometimes you can see stars even during the day.
昼間 specifically refers to daylight hours.
TIME OF DAY TERMS:
- 朝: morning
- 昼: noon, daytime
- 昼間: daytime (emphasizes daylight hours)
- 夕方: evening
- 夜: night
- 夜中: middle of the night
昼 vs 昼間:
- 昼: noon, midday (also used broadly for daytime)
- 昼間: daytime hours (contrasts with nighttime)
OPPOSITE: 夜間 (nighttime)
Related Words
Antonym:
夜間 (nighttime)