Sunrise is the time when the sun appears on the horizon in the morning. It is one of the most beautiful sights in nature, and has inspired poets, writers and artists throughout history. In English, we use two words to describe this phenomenon: sunrise and dawn. Sunrise is when the first rays of sunlight appear on the horizon, while dawn refers to a more gradual lightening of the sky before sunrise. Both terms can be used interchangeably, although some people may prefer one over another. Sunrise is typically associated with a new day beginning or a fresh start while dawn often implies something more subtle and gradual.