English Word · Beginner
afternoon
The part of the day from noon or lunchtime until sunset, evening, or suppertime or 6pm
Pronunciation: /ˌɑːf.təˈnuːn/
Meaning
The part of the day between noon and evening.
Example
We went for a walk in the afternoon.
We went for a walk in the afternoon.
Practice tips
- Practice afternoon out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for beginner-level learners.