4pm

Late afternoon time

Four o'clock in the afternoon, the sixteenth hour of the day in standard timekeeping.

Written with the numeral for brevity in schedules, messages, and casual writing: The meeting is at 4pm.

In many workplaces, 4pm marks the beginning of the end of the workday, making it a common time for wrapping up or heading out.

school

pickup

Small open-bed truck

dismissalRemoval from position
bellHollow resonating instrument
carpoolShared commute arrangement

afterschool · homework · extracurricular · bus · backpack · parent · waiting · playground · activities · tutoring

tea-time

scones

Small quick breads

crumpetsSpongy griddle cakes
chaiSpiced milk tea
elevensesMidmorning refreshment break

biscuits · teatime · porcelain · Darjeeling · pastries · brew · kettle

workday

meeting

Gathering for discussion

deadlineTime limit for completion
clock-watchingObsessive tracking of hours
wrap-upConcluding summary or review

productivity · email · office · cubicle · overtime · commute · nine-to-five · workday · schedule · calendar

energy

fatigue

Weariness from prolonged exertion

drowsinessState of near-sleep
siestaMidday rest
caffeineMethylxanthine stimulant compound

espresso · pick-me-up · circadian · sluggish · yawning · alertness · midafternoon · crash · recharge · snack

social

drinks

Liquids for consumption

aperitivoPre-dinner drink ritual
sundownerDrink at dusk
gatheringCollection of people meeting

pub · bar · meetup · friends · relaxation · unwinding · socializing · patio · rooftop · cheers

Opposites

time of day position

4pm4am

Early morning hour

midnight · 3am · 5am · 2am · middle of the night

work/leisure boundary

4pm9am

Early business hour

8am · morning rush · opening bell · crack of dawn · clocking in

Familiarity: Top 100,000
Profile: Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G