มะรืน
the day after tomorrow
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- 1 the day after tomorrow
This word refers to the day that comes two days after today—the day after tomorrow.
the day after tomorrow
It identifies the day two days after today.
Learning notes
Explanation
มะรืน means “the day after tomorrow,” counted from the day on which the speaker is talking. Although it is classified as a noun referring to a day, it can be placed directly in a sentence to indicate when something happens, as in มะรืนจะไป, “I’ll go the day after tomorrow.” Adding วัน gives วันมะรืน without changing the basic meaning. Common combinations include มะรืนนี้, referring specifically to the coming day after tomorrow, and คืนมะรืน, “the night after tomorrow.” A useful sequence to remember is วันนี้ (today) → พรุ่งนี้ (tomorrow) → มะรืน (the day after tomorrow).
Usage
It is commonly used when discussing plans, appointments, travel, deadlines, or anything else scheduled for two days from today. It is neutral and natural in both conversation and writing.
Caution
Do not confuse พรุ่งนี้, “tomorrow,” with มะรืน, “the day after tomorrow.” มะรืนนี้ identifies the coming day after tomorrow; it does not mean “the day after tomorrow or later.” Use an exact date when the reference day might be unclear.