rays
word · lemma: ray
/ˈɹeɪz/
rayz
/ɹˈeɪz/
rayz
Definition
Narrow beams of light, heat, or energy, often from the sun or other sources. Sometimes refers to animals called 'rays' that live in the ocean.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly used for light ('sun rays', 'rays of hope'). Plural only for light; singular can mean both one beam ('a ray of light') or the animal ('a ray'). Do not confuse with 'raise' (to lift).
Spanish: rayosPortuguese (BR): raiosPortuguese (PT): raiosChinese (Simplified): 光线 - 射线Chinese (Traditional): 光線 - 射線Hindi: किरणेंArabic: أشعةBengali: কিরণ - রশ্মি - রে (জলজ প্রাণী)Russian: лучи - скаты (животные)Japanese: 光線 - エイ（魚）Vietnamese: tia - cá đuối (động vật biển)Korean: 광선 - 가오리 (동물)Turkish: ışın - vatoz (hayvan)Urdu: شعاع - کرن - رے مچھلیIndonesian: sinar - ikan pari
Example Sentences
After the storm, rays broke through the clouds.
natural
We saw rays swimming near the boat while diving.
natural
The sun's rays warmed her face.
basic
We need to avoid strong rays at noon.
basic
X-rays can show broken bones.
basic
She loves to watch the way rays of sunlight shine through the trees.
natural