nightclub
word
/ˈnaɪtˌkɫəb/
NYT-kluhb
/nˈaɪtklʌb/
NYT-kluhb
Definition
A nightclub is a place where people go at night to dance, listen to music, and often drink alcohol. Nightclubs usually stay open late and play loud music.
Usage & Nuances
'Nightclub' is neutral and used formally and informally. Common collocations: 'go to a nightclub', 'dance at a nightclub'. Sometimes called 'club' in informal speech. Not to be confused with 'bar' (mainly for drinking) or 'pub' (more relaxed). Age restrictions may apply.
Spanish: club nocturno - discotecaPortuguese (BR): balada - boate - discotecaPortuguese (PT): discoteca - clube noturnoChinese (Simplified): 夜总会 - 夜店Chinese (Traditional): 夜總會 - 夜店Hindi: नाइटक्लबArabic: ملهى ليليBengali: নাইটক্লাব - ডিস্কো (নাচের ক্লাব)Russian: ночной клубJapanese: ナイトクラブVietnamese: hộp đêm - câu lạc bộ đêmKorean: 나이트클럽 - 클럽Turkish: gece kulübüUrdu: نائٹ کلبIndonesian: klub malam
Example Sentences
We are going to the nightclub tonight.
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The nightclub was very crowded.
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He works as a DJ at a nightclub.
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Last Saturday, the nightclub was playing my favorite songs.
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They met at a nightclub and started dating soon after.
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If you want to dance all night, that nightclub is the place to be.
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