evening
The period of time at the end of the day between the afternoon and the time you go to bed. It is generally considered to start around 6 PM and end when people go to sleep.
Examples
3 of 5I usually relax and watch TV in the evening.
I typically spend my time resting and watching television during the late part of the day.
Good evening, and welcome to tonight's ceremony.
I greet you at the end of the day and welcome you to the event.
What are you doing this evening?
What are your plans for the time after work today?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the 'E' in 'evening' as the 'End' of the workday.
Quick Quiz
I like to read a book ___ the evening.
Correct!
The correct answer is: in
Examples
I usually relax and watch TV in the evening.
everydayI typically spend my time resting and watching television during the late part of the day.
Good evening, and welcome to tonight's ceremony.
formalI greet you at the end of the day and welcome you to the event.
What are you doing this evening?
informalWhat are your plans for the time after work today?
The data suggests that electricity usage peaks during the evening.
academicThe information shows that power consumption is highest at the end of the day.
Please confirm your attendance for the evening networking event.
businessPlease let us know if you will come to the business meeting tonight.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
in the evening
during the time between afternoon and night
good evening
a polite greeting used after 6 PM
evening out
going to a restaurant or theater at night
Often Confused With
Evening is the time before sleep when people are still active; night usually refers to the time when it is dark and people are sleeping.
Usage Notes
Use 'in the evening' for general habits and 'this evening' for specific plans today. It is used as a greeting (Good evening) but not usually as a farewell (Good night is used instead).
Common Mistakes
Learners often say 'at the evening,' but the correct preposition is always 'in the evening.'
Memory Tip
Think of the 'E' in 'evening' as the 'End' of the workday.
Word Origin
From the Old English word 'æfnung', which means the coming of 'even' or sunset.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many English-speaking countries, the evening is the primary time for family social interaction and the main meal of the day.
Quick Quiz
I like to read a book ___ the evening.
Correct!
The correct answer is: in
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