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nocturne

UK
/nɒkˈtɜːn/
US
/nɑkˈtɜrn/

Translations

nocturnenoun
nocturnes
pl
UK
/nɒkˈtɜːn/
US
/nɑkˈtɜrn/
The pianist played a beautiful nocturne by Chopin.
Пианист исполнил прекрасный ноктюрн Шопена.
Synonyms
night music
melody
lullaby
serenade
night piece
nocturneadjective
more nocturne
Comp.
most nocturne
Super.
UK
/ˈnɒk.tɜːn/
US
/ˈnɑːk.tɝːn/
Primarily attributive and rare; denotes relation to or occurrence in the night.
Synonyms
after-dark
noctivagant
after-hours
vespertine
nocturnal
nightly
nighttime
night-time

Definitions

nocturnenoun
A short composition of a romantic or dreamy character suggestive of night, typically for piano.
The pianist played a beautiful nocturne that captivated the audience with its serene melody.
A painting of a night scene.
The gallery featured a stunning nocturne that depicted the city skyline under a starry sky.
A musical or social event held late at night.
The orchestra organized a lakeside nocturne that lasted until dawn.
nocturneadjective
Relating to or occurring in the night; nocturnal (rare, chiefly literary).
The museum offers a nocturne tour every midsummer night.
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