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crepúsculo means twilight — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 3, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

crepúsculo

noun • /[creh-POOS-koo-loh]/

twilight

Example:

El crepúsculo rozó el horizonte con fuego suave.

Twilight brushed the horizon with gentle fire.

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🧠 What does crepúsculo mean?

Crepúsculo refers to the soft, diffused light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon, either after sunset or before sunrise. It's that magical time of day when the world is bathed in a warm, often reddish or purplish glow. Think of the beautiful colors you see during 'twilight' in English – that's crepúsculo.

📚 Extra examples

  • El crepúsculo vespertino pintaba el cielo de colores vibrantes.
    The evening twilight painted the sky with vibrant colors.
  • Me encanta pasear por la playa durante el crepúsculo.
    I love walking on the beach during twilight.
  • La fotografía crepuscular captura la belleza efímera de la luz.
    Twilight photography captures the ephemeral beauty of light.
  • El crepúsculo matutino anunciaba el comienzo de un nuevo día.
    The morning twilight announced the start of a new day.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'twilight' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'twilight' is 'crepúsculo'.
How do you pronounce 'crepúsculo' in Spanish?
It's pronounced kreh-POOS-koo-loh, with the stress on the second syllable.
How do you use 'crepúsculo' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'El crepúsculo es mi momento favorito del día' (Twilight is my favorite time of day) or 'Nos vimos al crepúsculo' (We saw each other at twilight).
What is the English translation of 'crepúsculo'?
The English translation of 'crepúsculo' is 'twilight'.
Does 'crepúsculo' change for gender or number?
No, 'crepúsculo' is a masculine noun and doesn't change for number. You would say 'el crepúsculo' for both singular and plural.
Is 'crepúsculo' common in everyday Spanish?
While not as common as words like 'día' (day) or 'noche' (night), 'crepúsculo' is certainly understood and used, especially in literature, poetry, and when describing beautiful scenery.
Does 'crepúsculo' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. It primarily refers to that specific time of day. However, it can sometimes be used metaphorically to refer to a decline or ending, similar to how 'twilight years' is used in English.
Is 'crepúsculo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'crepúsculo' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "crepúsculo"

Synonyms: anochecer, atardecer, alba
Opposites: mediodía, pleno día

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'crepúsculo' comes from the Latin word 'crepusculum,' which also means twilight. Many languages have similar-sounding words for this time of day!

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