Eves Meaning in English
word · lemma: eve
Definition
Eves are the days or nights just before a special event or holiday, such as 'Christmas Eve' or 'New Year's Eve'.
Usage & Nuances
Used mostly for holidays and important events ('Christmas Eve', 'New Year's Eve'). Less common outside these contexts. Not to be confused with 'evenings.' Often viewed as times of anticipation or preparation.
Spanish: vísperasPortuguese (BR): vésperasPortuguese (PT): vésperasChinese (Simplified): 前夕 (节日等的前一晚)Chinese (Traditional): 前夕 (節日前一晚)Hindi: पूर्व संध्याArabic: عشياتBengali: পূর্বদিন - আগের রাতRussian: кануныJapanese: 前夜Vietnamese: đêm trước - ngày trướcKorean: 전야Turkish: arefesi - öncesi geceUrdu: عشیہ - شام (تقریب وغیرہ سے پہلے)Indonesian: malam sebelum - hari sebelum
Example Sentences
Children get very excited on the eves of big holidays.
basic
We always clean the house on the eves of family celebrations.
basic
Many people make special meals on holiday eves.
basic
Stores are packed on the eves of big sales events.
natural
He always feels a bit nervous on the eves of important tests.
natural
There’s a sense of excitement on the eves before big sporting finals.
natural