sunshine
word
/ˈsənˌʃaɪn/
SUHN-shyn
/sˈʌnʃaɪn/
SUHN-shyn
Definition
The light and warmth that come from the sun. It can also be used in a positive, affectionate way for someone who brings happiness.
Usage & Nuances
Common in weather talk: 'bright sunshine', 'warm sunshine', 'in the sunshine'. More literary and warmer in tone than just 'sun'. As an affectionate form of address ('Morning, sunshine'), it sounds informal and friendly, and can sometimes be playful or ironic depending on tone.
Spanish: sol - luz del solPortuguese (BR): sol - luz do solPortuguese (PT): sol - luz do solChinese (Simplified): 阳光Chinese (Traditional): 陽光Hindi: धूप - धूप की रोशनीArabic: أشعة الشمس - ضوء الشمسBengali: রোদ - সূর্যের আলোRussian: солнечный свет - солнце (разг.)Japanese: 日差し - 太陽の光Vietnamese: ánh nắngKorean: 햇살 - 햇빛Turkish: güneş ışığı - güneşUrdu: دھوپ - سورج کی روشنیIndonesian: sinar matahari - cahaya matahari
Example Sentences
Morning, sunshine — you're up early today.
natural
We sat in the sunshine all afternoon.
basic
The flowers need sunshine and water.
basic
Her smile brings sunshine to the room.
basic
After a week of rain, a little sunshine was exactly what we needed.
natural
Let's eat outside and enjoy the sunshine while it lasts.
natural