midday
word
Definition
The middle of the day, usually around 12:00 p.m. when the sun is at its highest.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in formal or descriptive contexts; similar to 'noon', though 'midday' may sound a bit more literary. Phrases: 'by midday', 'at midday', 'midday sun'. Not commonly used to refer to lunchtime in casual conversation.
Spanish: mediodíaPortuguese (BR): meio-diaPortuguese (PT): meio-diaChinese (Simplified): 中午Chinese (Traditional): 中午Hindi: दोपहरArabic: الظهيرةBengali: দুপুরRussian: полденьJapanese: 正午Vietnamese: giữa trưaKorean: 정오Turkish: öğle vakti - öğlenUrdu: دوپہرIndonesian: tengah hari - siang (puncak)
Example Sentences
I eat lunch at midday.
basic
The sun is very bright at midday.
basic
We will meet at midday in the park.
basic
The heat was almost unbearable by midday.
natural
She usually takes a walk around midday to clear her mind.
natural
Traffic always gets busy just before midday on weekdays.
natural