Pronunciation: [twˈa͡ɪla͡ɪts] (IPA) 
The word "twilights" consists of two syllables with stress placed on the first syllable, "twi". The first vowel is pronounced as the sound /aɪ/, which is the same as the "i" in "flight" or "sight". The second syllable ends with the letter "s", indicating a plural form of "twilight". The "s" in "twilights" is pronounced as a voiceless "s" sound /s/, as in "snake" or "wisp". Overall, "twilights" is pronounced as /ˈtwaɪlaɪts/.
Twilights, when used in the plural form, refers to the periods of incomplete darkness that occur at dawn and dusk, before the sun fully rises or sets. It can also represent the soft, diffused light that illuminates the sky during these times. The term is derived from the concept of "twilight," which is the time between day and night when the sun is below the horizon.
During the twilight hours, the sky takes on a unique blend of colors, often showcasing shades of orange, pink, and purple. This transitional period is notable for its serene and evocative atmosphere, leading to its frequent depiction in literature, poetry, and art.
Twilights have different subcategories based on the amount of sunlight present. Civil twilight signifies the beginning or end of daylight, occurring when the sun is situated six degrees below the horizon. Nautical twilight occurs when the sun is submerged between six and 12 degrees below the horizon, while astronomical twilight refers to the period when the sun lies between 12 and 18 degrees below the horizon.
The twilights hold a special allure for many people as they evoke feelings of tranquility, introspection, and contemplation. The ethereal beauty of these moments, often accompanied by the sounds of nature settling or awakening, has inspired countless individuals to appreciate and seek solace in the serenity of twilight.
The word "twilights" is a derivative of the Old English word "twi", which means "half" or "two". The root "twi" is related to the Old Norse word "tví-" and the Gothic word "twai-", both of which also mean "two". The word "lights" is derived from the Old English word "lihtan", meaning "to make light or illuminate". Therefore, "twilights" reflects a combination of "twi" and "lights", indicating the time of day when there is only partially illuminated light or when two lights, daylight and darkness, coexist.
