reveille
word
Definition
‘Reveille’ is a bugle call or signal played, usually on a brass instrument, early in the morning to wake up people, especially soldiers.
Usage & Nuances
‘Reveille’ is a formal, military term, mainly used in armed forces for the wake-up bugle call. In civilian contexts, it may be used metaphorically, but rarely. Not generally used for ordinary alarm clocks or daily wake-up routines.
Spanish: toque de diana - toque de clarín (militar)Portuguese (BR): toque de alvorada - toque de corneta (militar)Portuguese (PT): toque de alvorada - toque de clarim (militar)Chinese (Simplified): 起床号Chinese (Traditional): 起床號Hindi: रिवैली (सेना का सुबह का बिगुल)Arabic: نداء الاستيقاظ العسكري
Example Sentences
The soldiers wake up when the reveille sounds.
basic
Every morning, the camp plays reveille at 6 a.m.
basic
The sound of reveille means the day is beginning.
basic
Nobody likes getting up to the blaring sound of reveille.
natural
As soon as reveille started, everyone scrambled out of bed.
natural
If you miss reveille, you’re in trouble with your sergeant.
natural