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/amaneˈθeɾ/ ES
/amaneˈseɾ/ MX
Translation
dawn, daybreak
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Word origin
From the verb amanecer ('to dawn'), from Latin ad- ('towards') plus a late form of manescere, related to mane ('morning'). The same root gives Spanish mañana.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- manescere
Grammar
Examples
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The dawn over the sea was beautiful.
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We left the house before dawn.
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I like to walk at daybreak, when everything is quiet.
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From the mountain we saw an unforgettable sunrise.
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The birds sing at first light.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 23, lesson 12: amanecer, paliza, chef and 6 more words.