nocturne

nocturne
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. nocturnal
On a fait une balade nocturne en ville.We went on a nocturnal walk in the city.
b. night
J’ai emmené mon fils chez le docteur à cause de ses sueurs nocturnes.I took my son to the doctor because of his night sweats.
c. nighttime
La photographe est spécialisée dans les paysages urbains nocturnes.The photographer specializes in nighttime cityscapes.
a. nocturnal
Les chauves-souris sont des animaux nocturnes fascinants.Bats are fascinating nocturnal animals.
A feminine noun is used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la dame, la lune).
feminine noun
a. late-night closing
La librairie a organisé une nocturne pour célébrer ses 20 ans.The bookstore had a late-night closing to celebrate its 20th anniversary.
a. night game
La nocturne opposera les deux équipes sélectionnées en finale.The night game will pit the two teams selected for the final against each other.
b. night match
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom.
(United Kingdom)
Je n’aime pas les nocturnes. J’ai moins d’énergie et la visibilité est mauvaise.I don't like night matches. I have less energy and visibility is poor.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
a. nocturne
Cette compositrice a signé quelques-uns des plus beaux nocturnes que je connaisse.This composer has written some of the most beautiful nocturnes I know.
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