sunlight
word
/ˈsənˌɫaɪt/
SUHN-lyt
/sˈʌnlaɪt/
SUHN-lyt
Definition
The natural light that comes from the sun during the day.
Usage & Nuances
"Sunlight" is mostly used in scientific, descriptive, or poetic contexts. Common phrases: "in the sunlight," "blocked sunlight," "direct sunlight." Not used for artificial light. Don't confuse with "sunshine," which can be more emotional or refer to warmth/good weather.
Spanish: luz del sol - luz solarPortuguese (BR): luz do sol - luz solarPortuguese (PT): luz do sol - luz solarChinese (Simplified): 阳光Chinese (Traditional): 陽光Hindi: धूपArabic: ضوء الشمسBengali: সূর্যালোকRussian: солнечный светJapanese: 日光Vietnamese: ánh sáng mặt trờiKorean: 햇빛Turkish: güneş ışığıUrdu: دھوپIndonesian: sinar matahari
Example Sentences
The plants need sunlight to grow.
basic
Close the curtains to block the sunlight.
basic
Sunlight comes through the window every morning.
basic
Too much sunlight can damage your skin.
natural
Let's have lunch outside and enjoy the sunlight.
natural
I love how the sunlight makes everything look brighter.
natural