Word
morning
Phoneticsmorn·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈmɔɹnɪŋ/
UK/mˈɔːnɪŋ/
Definitions
01early part of the day
A1 · Beginner Countable noun
n. the first part of the day, ending at noon.
n. the period of time between midnight and noon, though often used socially to refer to the hours between dawn and the midday meal.
“She likes to drink a cup of coffee every morning before work.”
“The mist clung to the valley throughout the early morning, only dissipating once the sun rose high enough to warm the air.”
Usage
Often used with the preposition 'in' (in the morning), but used without a preposition when following 'tomorrow' or 'yesterday'.
Pitfall
I will see you in tomorrow morning.
I will see you tomorrow morning.
Do not use 'in' when 'morning' is preceded by 'tomorrow' or 'yesterday'.
Synonyms
02the start of something
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Literary
n. the early part or beginning of something, like a person's life.
n. the figurative beginning or early stage of a period, life, or historical era.
“In the morning of his life, he traveled across the whole world.”
“The poet describes the morning of the new century as a time of unbridled optimism and scientific discovery.”
Teaching tip
This sense is literary; learners should use 'beginning' or 'early stages' in academic or professional writing.
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Idioms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A1 MoversIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.2.0–3.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 1.0–1.50–23TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.120–224
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- A1 · BeginnerOxford
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