# bedtime

/ˈbɛdˌtaɪm/ (US) · /bˈɛdtaɪm/ (UK) · CEFR A1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/bedtime
Updated: 2026-05-04

## Definition

the time when you go to bed to sleep. It is usually a fixed time each night, especially for children.

For teachers: the time at which a person goes to bed, typically implying a regular or prescribed schedule.

## Examples

- My bedtime is at nine o'clock.
- The children have a strict bedtime of eight thirty every school night.
- Enforcing a consistent bedtime helped regulate his circadian rhythm and improved his morning alertness.

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