diurno

daytime

adjective DYOOR-noh Rare

Origin: From Latin diurnus (of the day), from dies (day).

Also means

diurnal

Usage Note

Diurno is a formal or technical adjective meaning 'of or occurring during the day,' contrasting with nocturno (nocturnal, nighttime). It appears in set phrases such as jornada diurna (daytime shift), turno diurno (day shift), and in biology for day-active animals. In everyday speech, Spaniards are more likely to say de día than diurno, which marks a more formal or written register.

Examples

"Los animales diurnos buscan comida durante el día."

Natural Translation

Diurnal animals look for food during the day.

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