This is the 246th most frequent German word.
abend
"Abend" means "evening" in English.
Here, "Abend" refers specifically to the time of day, particularly evening, as part of an adverbial phrase 'Am Abend'.
Am Abend gehe ich oft spazieren.
In the evening, I often go for a walk.
In this case, "Abend" is used as a noun to describe a specific past instance of the evening, showcasing its role in direct description.
Der Abend war warm und schön.
The evening was warm and beautiful.
Here, "Abend" is futuristically referenced as a planned or anticipated event, emphasizing its use for referencing specific occasions.