A1 Collocation خنثی 2 دقیقه مطالعه

early morning

Dawn or sunrise time

Use it to describe activities happening shortly after sunrise to show you are starting your day early.

در ۱۵ ثانیه

  • Refers to the hours around sunrise, typically 5:00 AM to 8:00 AM.
  • Used to describe meetings, routines, or travel times early in the day.
  • Implies a sense of productivity, freshness, or quiet beginnings.

معنی

This phrase describes the very first part of the day. It usually refers to the time between sunrise and about 8:00 or 9:00 AM.

مثال‌های کلیدی

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Talking about a workout

I love going for an early morning run when the air is cool.

I love going for an early morning run when the air is cool.

🤝
2

Scheduling a business call

Can we schedule an early morning meeting on Monday?

Can we schedule an early morning meeting on Monday?

💼
3

Texting a friend about a trip

We need to leave in the early morning to beat the traffic.

We need to leave in the early morning to beat the traffic.

😊
🌍

زمینه فرهنگی

In Western culture, 'early morning' is often associated with the 'hustle' lifestyle and productivity. It is a common trope in business books that successful CEOs wake up at 4:30 AM. In many cities, 'early morning' is the only time to find true silence before the traffic starts.

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The 8 AM Rule

In most English-speaking cities, 'early morning' usually implies any time before 8:30 AM. After that, it's just 'morning'.

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Don't say 'Morning Early'

The order of words matters! Always put 'early' first. Saying 'morning early' sounds like a direct translation error.

در ۱۵ ثانیه

  • Refers to the hours around sunrise, typically 5:00 AM to 8:00 AM.
  • Used to describe meetings, routines, or travel times early in the day.
  • Implies a sense of productivity, freshness, or quiet beginnings.

What It Means

Early morning refers to the quiet hours when the sun first comes up. It is that peaceful time before the world gets busy. For some, it means 5:00 AM. For others, it might mean 8:00 AM. It is all about the feeling of a fresh start.

How To Use It

You use it as a noun or an adjective. You can say "I like the early morning." You can also say "I have an early morning meeting." It usually follows a preposition like in the. It helps people know exactly when you plan to do something.

When To Use It

Use it when scheduling appointments or describing your routine. It is perfect for talking about exercise or travel. If you are catching a flight, you might leave in the early morning. If you are meeting a friend for coffee before work, this is your phrase. It sounds productive and organized.

When NOT To Use It

Do not use it if it is past 10:00 AM. By then, it is just morning. Also, do not use it for the middle of the night. If the sun is not close to rising, call it late at night. Do not use it to describe a person's age. It only refers to the clock.

Cultural Background

In many English-speaking cultures, the early morning is seen as a time for success. There is a famous proverb: "The early bird catches the worm." People often brag about their early morning routines. It implies you are hardworking and disciplined. However, many people also joke about how much they hate waking up then!

Common Variations

You might hear people say first thing in the morning. This means as soon as they wake up. Another variation is at the crack of dawn. This is more poetic and means the exact moment the sun appears. If you want to be very casual, you can just say early. For example, "I'll see you early."

نکات کاربردی

This is a highly versatile A1-level phrase. It works in every social setting from a business boardroom to a casual breakfast with family. Just remember that 'early' always comes before 'morning'.

💡

The 8 AM Rule

In most English-speaking cities, 'early morning' usually implies any time before 8:30 AM. After that, it's just 'morning'.

⚠️

Don't say 'Morning Early'

The order of words matters! Always put 'early' first. Saying 'morning early' sounds like a direct translation error.

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The 'Early Bird' Identity

If you say 'I am an early morning person,' you are telling people you are energetic and like to wake up early. It's considered a positive trait!

مثال‌ها

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#1 Talking about a workout
🤝

I love going for an early morning run when the air is cool.

I love going for an early morning run when the air is cool.

Used as an adjective to describe the type of run.

#2 Scheduling a business call
💼

Can we schedule an early morning meeting on Monday?

Can we schedule an early morning meeting on Monday?

Professional way to ask for a time before the main workday starts.

#3 Texting a friend about a trip
😊

We need to leave in the early morning to beat the traffic.

We need to leave in the early morning to beat the traffic.

Commonly used for travel planning to avoid busy roads.

#4 Complaining about a wake-up call
😄

Ugh, my neighbor's dog started barking in the early morning again.

Ugh, my neighbor's dog started barking in the early morning again.

Expressing frustration about being woken up too soon.

#5 A quiet moment with a partner
💭

The house is so peaceful in the early morning while everyone is asleep.

The house is so peaceful in the early morning while everyone is asleep.

Focuses on the emotional atmosphere of the time of day.

#6 Checking into a hotel
👔

Is it possible to request an early morning check-in?

Is it possible to request an early morning check-in?

Formal request for service outside standard hours.

خودت رو بسنج

Choose the best phrase to complete the sentence about a daily routine.

I always drink a cup of coffee in the ___.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: early morning

Coffee is a classic drink for the start of the day, making 'early morning' the most natural fit.

Identify the correct adjective usage.

He has an ___ flight to London tomorrow.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: early morning

When describing a noun like 'flight', 'early morning' acts as a compound adjective.

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ابزارهای بصری یادگیری

Formality of 'Early Morning'

Casual

Used with friends or family.

See you in the early morning!

Neutral

Standard use in most daily situations.

I have an early morning appointment.

Formal

Used in professional emails or announcements.

The early morning session begins at 7:00 AM.

Where to use 'Early Morning'

Early Morning
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At the Gym

Early morning workout

✈️

At the Airport

Early morning flight

📧

In the Office

Early morning emails

At Home

Early morning coffee

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

There is no official time, but it usually means from sunrise until about 8:00 AM. If you say early morning, people will think of 5, 6, or 7 AM.

No, that is usually called late at night or the middle of the night. Early morning requires at least a little bit of sunlight or the approach of dawn.

It is neutral. On a resume, you might say available for early morning shifts, which is perfectly professional.

Dawn is the specific moment the sun appears. Early morning is the whole period of time around that moment.

Just put it before the noun. For example: early morning coffee or early morning jog. You don't need a hyphen, though some people use one.

Yes, it means the same thing. I wake up early in the morning is a very common and natural way to say it.

Yes! Adding very emphasizes that you mean 4:00 AM or 5:00 AM—times that feel extra early to most people.

The opposite would be late at night or late evening. There isn't a direct 'late morning' phrase that is used as often.

Yes, often abbreviated or used simply. For example: 'See u early morning!' or 'Ugh, early morning today.'

Use an because early starts with a vowel sound. For example: It was an early morning.

عبارات مرتبط

Crack of dawn

The very first light of day.

First thing

Immediately after waking up or starting work.

Early bird

A person who enjoys waking up early.

Small hours

The hours just after midnight (1 AM, 2 AM).

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