The 24-hour clock format is commonly used in schedules, train and bus timetables, and military contexts. When we refer to ’20 hours’, we’re talking about time later in the day. In a 12-hour clock format, 20:00 translates to 8:00 PM.
Here’s a quick breakdown:
- 00:00 – 12:00 AM (Midnight to Noon)
- 12:00 – 1:00 PM (Noon to 1 PM)
- ..
- 19:00 – 7:00 PM
- 20:00 – 8:00 PM
- 21:00 – 9:00 PM
- 22:00 – 10:00 PM
- 23:00 – 11:00 PM
Therefore, next time you see ’20 hours’, remember it’s just another way of saying 8 PM!