nocturne
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nocturne
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
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).
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.
4. (sports)
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 (United Kingdom)
Regionalism used in the 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).
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