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Morning

ˈmɔrnɪŋ
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

ochtend, morgen, de ochtend

Morning meanings in Dutch

ochtend

Example:
I wake up early in the morning.
Ik word vroeg wakker in de ochtend.
We have a meeting tomorrow morning.
We hebben morgen ochtend een vergadering.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to refer to the early part of the day, from sunrise until noon.
Note: Commonly used in both casual and formal conversations.

morgen

Example:
I will see you tomorrow morning.
Ik zie je morgen morgen.
The event is scheduled for tomorrow morning.
Het evenement is gepland voor morgen morgen.
Usage: informalContext: Used to indicate the next day, specifically the morning.
Note: Often used in everyday conversations when discussing plans for the next day.

de ochtend

Example:
The morning is my favorite time of day.
De ochtend is mijn favoriete tijd van de dag.
I like to jog in the morning.
Ik loop graag 's ochtends.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Refers to the morning as a period of time, often used in general statements.
Note: This form is very versatile and can be used in both spoken and written Dutch.

Morning's synonyms

dawn

Dawn refers to the time of day when light first appears in the sky, before sunrise.
Example: The birds start chirping at dawn.
Note: Dawn specifically refers to the early light of the morning before the sun rises.

sunup

Sunup is the time at which the sun rises in the morning.
Example: We have to wake up at sunup to catch the first bus.
Note: Sunup is a more informal term for sunrise, specifically focusing on the appearance of the sun.

forenoon

Forenoon refers to the period of time between early morning and noon.
Example: Let's meet for coffee in the forenoon.
Note: Forenoon is a more formal or old-fashioned term for the morning hours before noon.

AM

AM stands for ante meridiem, which is Latin for 'before noon'.
Example: The meeting is scheduled for 10 AM.
Note: AM is a more technical or formal way of referring to the morning hours before noon.

Morning expressions, common phrases

Bright and early

This phrase means very early in the morning, often implying enthusiasm or promptness.
Example: I'll meet you at the gym bright and early tomorrow morning.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the early timing in a positive way, unlike just using 'morning.'

Crack of dawn

This phrase refers to the earliest part of the morning, just as the first light appears.
Example: We have to leave at the crack of dawn to catch the first train.
Note: It vividly describes the earliest time in the morning, different from a general reference to 'morning.'

Rise and shine

This phrase is used as a cheerful way to tell someone to wake up and start the day.
Example: Come on, sleepyhead, it's time to rise and shine!
Note: It is a lively and encouraging way to refer to the morning, distinct from a simple mention of 'morning.'

Bright-eyed and bushy-tailed

This phrase means to be alert, awake, and full of energy in the morning.
Example: Despite the early hour, she arrived at work bright-eyed and bushy-tailed.
Note: It conveys a specific state of being in the morning, unlike a neutral mention of 'morning.'

Early bird catches the worm

This phrase means that success comes to those who start their day early or arrive first.
Example: I always get to work before anyone else; you know what they say, the early bird catches the worm.
Note: It provides a proverbial wisdom about the benefits of being early, not just a time reference like 'morning.'

Morning person

This phrase describes someone who naturally feels more awake and alert in the morning.
Example: She's a real morning person; she's always so chipper and full of energy when she wakes up.
Note: It describes a personal trait or preference for mornings, not just the time of day itself.

Morning everyday (slang) expressions

Morn

Shortened form of 'morning', commonly used informally and in casual conversations.
Example: I'll see you bright and early tomorrow morn.
Note: Informal, casual, and more relaxed than using the full word 'morning'.

Cockcrow

The crowing of a rooster at dawn, signaling the start of the day.
Example: The cockcrow woke me up today.
Note: Specifically refers to the sound made by a rooster to announce the morning.

Aurora

The dawn or rise of day; morning light.
Example: The aurora painted the sky in beautiful colors this morning.
Note: Elegant and poetic term used to describe the early light of dawn.

Sunrise

The time when the sun first appears above the horizon in the morning.
Example: We watched the sunrise together yesterday morning.
Note: Directly refers to the specific moment when the sun becomes visible in the sky.

Morning - Examples

I love to go for a run in the morning.
Ik hou ervan om 's ochtends te gaan hardlopen.
She wakes up early every morning.
Zij wordt elke ochtend vroeg wakker.
We had a delicious breakfast this morning.
We hebben vanmorgen een heerlijk ontbijt gehad.

Morning grammar

Morning - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: morning
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): mornings, morning
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): morning
Syllables, Separation and Stress
morning Contains 2 syllables: morn • ing
Phonetic transcription: ˈmȯr-niŋ
morn ing , ˈmȯr niŋ (The red syllable is stressed)

Morning - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
morning: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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