dinnertime

[US]/dɪnətaɪm/
[UK]/ˈdɪnɚˌtaɪm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. the time when a main meal is usually eaten
adj. relating to the time when a main meal is usually eaten

Example Sentences

It's almost dinnertime, so let's start setting the table.

During dinnertime, we like to have meaningful conversations with each other.

Dinnertime is a great opportunity to bond with family and friends.

At dinnertime, we usually enjoy a home-cooked meal together.

I always look forward to dinnertime because I love trying new recipes.

During dinnertime, we like to share stories about our day.

Dinnertime is a time to unwind and relax after a long day.

I find dinnertime to be the most enjoyable part of the day.

Dinnertime is when we all come together as a family.

We try to make dinnertime a special and memorable experience every day.

Real-world Examples

Would he be less so by dinnertime?

Source: American Elementary School English 5

Plus, you know, babies...like to come at dinnertime.

Source: Our Day This Season 1

We like the analogy of cooking, since it's dinnertime.

Source: PBS Interview Social Series

We should get to work, or we won't be finished by dinnertime.

Source: Travel Across America

And there are some restaurants outside. So, at dinnertime, you'd have a lot fo choices.

Source: Past years' college entrance examination listening comprehension (local papers)

And there are some restaurants outside. So, at dinnertime, you'd have a lot of choices.

Source: Past National College Entrance Examination Listening Test Questions

Only I've no idea what time it is, Professor Aronnax, unless maybe it's dinnertime?

Source: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Original Version)

It's almost dinnertime, and that's still frozen. Just get some burgers from the garage.

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 6

Only at dinnertime are we eating together anymore, 74 percent, according to statistics from the report.

Source: Gaokao Reading Real Questions

Nike didn't wait until dinnertime until they sent out a press release saying they were suspending the relationship.

Source: NPR News June 2016 Compilation

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