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"Sunrise" in Spanish: amanecer
el amanecer
Sunrise is el amanecer (ah-mah-neh-SEHR). It is masculine: el amanecer. Al amanecer means at sunrise. Amanecer can also be a verb meaning to dawn.
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How to pronounce amanecer
Say it
ah-mah-neh-SEHR
/amaneˈseɾ/
ah-mah-neh-SEHR. Stress SEHR. Soft final r. Say amanecer in four beats.
"Sunrise" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el amanecer | sunrise / daybreak Noun. | Noun. |
| al amanecer | at sunrise Time phrase. | Time phrase. |
| ver el amanecer | to watch the sunrise Plans. | Plans. |
| un amanecer hermoso | a beautiful sunrise Description. | Description. |
How to use amanecer in real life
- 1Beach alarm
Salimos al amanecer.
We leave at sunrise.
Al amanecer.
- 2Photo trip
Quiero ver el amanecer mañana.
I want to see the sunrise tomorrow.
El amanecer.
- 3Hotel tip
El amanecer se ve desde el balcón.
Sunrise is seen from the balcony.
El amanecer as subject.
Mistakes English speakers make with amanecer
Incorrect: La amanecer es temprano.
Correct: El amanecer es temprano.
Amanecer is masculine: el amanecer.
Incorrect: Vamos a el amanecer.
Correct: Vamos al amanecer.
A + el → al amanecer.
Good to know
Good to knowTour ads sell ver el amanecer on beaches and volcanoes. Al amanecer means early. Amanecer is also a verb; the noun keeps el.
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Setting an early alarm
ChatPal
¿Vemos el amanecer desde la playa?
Shall we watch the sunrise from the beach?
You
Sí. El amanecer vale la pena.
Yes. Sunrise is worth it.
ChatPal
Pon la alarma para las cinco.
Set the alarm for five.
You
Listo. Ya está.
Done. It’s set.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Sunrise" in Spanish
Is amanecer masculine?
Yes as a noun: el amanecer.
How do you pronounce amanecer?
ah-mah-neh-SEHR with stress on SEHR.
Noun or verb?
Both. El amanecer is the sunrise; amanecer also means to dawn.
How do I say at sunrise?
Al amanecer.
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