The phrasal verb "dawn on" means to finally realize something. It occurs when the understanding of something gradually dawns or comes after a delay.
Phrasal Verb: "dawn on" significa finalmente darse cuenta de algo. Ocurre cuando la comprensión de algo llega gradualmente o después de un retraso.
| Phrasal Verb | dawn on |
|---|---|
| Definition | to (finally) realize |
| Examples | - I didn't understand why he'd done that. Then it dawned on me that he didn't know what had happened. - It didn't dawn on me who she was until I got home. |
| Note | Dawn is the time of day when the sun rises. |
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