sunlight

noun
UK: /ˈsʌn.laɪt/
US: /ˈsʌn.laɪt/

  1. The light that comes from the sun.

    1. Plants need sunlight to grow.
    2. The room was bright, filled with warm sunlight streaming through the open window.

  2. The direct light of the sun, not shade or artificial light.

    1. I love to sit in the sunlight.
    2. Prolonged exposure to strong sunlight can be harmful to your skin without protection.

Synonyms

sun daylight sunshine

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sunlight" in English means: The light that comes from the sun., The direct light of the sun, not shade or artificial light..

The phonetic transcription of "sunlight" is /ˈsʌn.laɪt/ in British English and /ˈsʌn.laɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sunlight": sun, daylight, sunshine.

Example usage of "sunlight": "Plants need sunlight to grow.". More examples on the page.