nocturno
adjective
1. nocturnal, nighttime
related to the night
Common combinations
- cielo nocturno — nighttime sky
- vida nocturna — nightlife
- actividad nocturna — nighttime activity
- El cielo nocturno estaba lleno de estrellas.The nighttime sky was full of stars.
- Prefiero la tranquilidad nocturna.I prefer the nighttime quiet.
- La ciudad ofrece una vida nocturna muy animada.The city offers a very lively nightlife.
2. night, overnight
taking place or operating at night
Common combinations
- tren nocturno — night train
- personal nocturno — night staff
- turno nocturno — night shift
- Tomamos un tren nocturno a Madrid.We took a night train to Madrid.
- El hospital necesita más personal nocturno.The hospital needs more night staff.
- Trabajo en el turno nocturno.I work the night shift.
Same root