Translation guide
Expresses that something happens or is true in the daytime, as opposed to at night. Japanese uses time nouns like 日中 (にっちゅう) or 昼間 (ひるま), often with the particle に or without a particle in casual speech.
To say that an action or state occurs during daylight hours, without specifying exact times.
Common word for 'daytime' or 'during the day'. Often used with に to mark the time.
It's hot during the day.
I'll go shopping during the day.
Also means 'daytime', slightly more casual than 日中. Often used without に in conversation.
I'm not home much during the day.
Means 'noon' or 'daytime'. Can be used with に or as a standalone time word.
I take a walk during the day.
To emphasize that something continues for the whole daytime period.
To contrast daytime with nighttime activities or states.
To refer to a particular part of the day, like morning or afternoon.
日中 (にっちゅう) is slightly more formal and often used in written contexts or schedules. 昼間 (ひるま) is more conversational. Both are interchangeable in most cases.
I have many meetings during the day.
I'm always sleepy during the day.
日にち (ひにち) means 'date' or 'number of days', not 'during the day'. Avoid literal translation from English.
We are open during the day, but closed at night.
I'll go out during the day (in the afternoon).