Afternoons

A2 8+

Pronunciation: /ˌæftərˈnuːnz/

Definitions of afternoons

noun a period of time between noon and evening

Example Sentences

A1 I like to go for walks in the afternoons.

A2 She often reads books in the afternoons.

B1 Afternoons are the best time for outdoor activities.

B2 During the afternoons, the sun shines brightly in the sky.

C1 I usually schedule meetings in the afternoons when everyone is free.

C2 The afternoons in this city are filled with cultural events and activities.

adverb during the afternoon; in the time following noon

Example Sentences

A1 I like to go for a walk in the afternoons.

A2 She usually reads a book in the afternoons.

B1 Afternoons are the best time for outdoor activities.

B2 I always feel more productive in the afternoons.

C1 Afternoons are when I schedule most of my meetings.

C2 I prefer to work on creative projects during the afternoons.

Examples of afternoons in a Sentence

formal During weekday afternoons, I typically schedule meetings with clients.

informal Let's catch up over coffee on Saturday afternoons.

slang I love chilling with my friends on lazy afternoons.

figurative Afternoons are like a blank canvas waiting to be painted with possibilities.

Grammatical Forms of afternoons

plural

afternoons

present tense

afternoon

future tense

will afternoon

perfect tense

have afternooned

continuous tense

is afternooning

positive degree

afternoon

infinitive

to afternoon

gerund

afternooning

participle

afternooned

Origin and Evolution of afternoons

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'afternoons' originated from Middle English, where 'after' referred to 'later in the day' and 'noon' referred to midday.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'afternoons' has continued to be used to refer to the time period between noon and evening, with no significant changes in meaning.