light

laɪt
lit
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Translation of light into German,

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Adjective

1.

weight

weighing relatively little
  • This suitcase is surprisingly light.Dieser Koffer ist überraschend leicht.
2.

color

pale in color; not dark
  • She wore a light blue dress.Sie trug ein hellblaues Kleid.
3.

intensity

of little intensity or severity
  • The light rain didn't stop the game..Der leichte Regen hielt das Spiel nicht auf

Noun

1.

illumination

device that produces visible brightness in a room
  • The room was lit by a single light.Der Raum wurde von einem einzigen Licht erleuchtet.
2.

traffic control

US
traffic signal that controls vehicle movement
US
  • The car stopped at the red light..Das Auto hielt an der roten Ampel
3.

physics

electromagnetic radiation visible to the human eye
  • Light travels faster than sound.Licht bewegt sich schneller als Schall.

Verb

1.

ignite

tr./intr.
start a fire or make something burn
tr./intr.
  • He used a match to light the candle.Er benutzte ein Streichholz, um die Kerze anzuzünden.
2.

illuminate

tr./intr.
make something bright or provide illumination
tr./intr.
  • The streetlights light the road at night.Die Straßenlaternen beleuchten die Straße bei Nacht.
3.

ignite

intr.
become ignited or start burning
intr.
  • The wood will light easily if it's dry.Das Holz entzündet sich leicht, wenn es trocken ist.

Adverb

1.

travel

with little baggage or equipment
leicht mit leichtem Gepäck ohne viel Gepäck
  • She packed light for the weekend trip.Sie packte leicht für den Wochenendausflug.
2.

touch

in a gentle or delicate way
  • He stepped light to avoid waking the baby.Er trat leicht, um das Baby nicht zu wecken.
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Expressions with light: examples in English and translations in German

grünes Licht
The car moved when the green light appeared.
leichter Rock
She wore a light skirt to stay cool in the summer heat.
beleuchten
The streetlights light up the entire neighborhood.
mit leichtem Gepäck reisen
She always travels light to avoid check-in fees..
vom Licht geblendet
He was temporarily blinded by the light from the camera flash.
anzünden
Feuer geben
Can you give a light to my cigarette?

Images of light

  • light: device that produces visible brightness in a room
    (illumination) Licht
  • light: traffic signal that controls vehicle movement
    (traffic control) Ampel
  • light: electromagnetic radiation visible to the human eye
    (physics) Licht

Synonyms and analogies of light in English

Examples of light in a sentence

  • The fabric is light, making it perfect for summer.
  • The room was painted in a light shade of yellow.
  • Her light complexion was complemented by the sun.
  • She wore a light jacket on the cool evening.
  • The light breeze was refreshing on a hot day.
  • She ordered a light soup to start her meal.

Translations of "light" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
dasLichtnn.

She often studies beside her window, enjoying the natural light.

Sie lernt oft am Fenster und genießt dabei das natürliche Licht.

dieLichtquellenf.

They entered the perilously dark cave without any light source or guidance.

Sie betraten die gefährlich dunkle Höhle ohne Lichtquelle oder Führung.

Adjective
leichtadj./adv.

The pastry was as light as air, dissolving instantly on my tongue.

Das Gebäck war leicht wie eine Feder und zerging sofort auf meiner Zunge.

helladj.

There was more than enough light in the room to read comfortably.

Es war hell genug im Zimmer, um bequem lesen zu können.

Adverb
erleuchtetadj./adv.

Spontaneous, quick and creative, light up opponents at every turn.

Spontan, schnell und kreativ, erleuchtet Gegner auf Schritt und Tritt.

schwachadj./adv.

Therefore, one has to choose that the water is low light.

Daher muss man wählen, dass das Wasser schwach ist.

Verb
beleuchtenv.

The artist decided to shed light on social issues through his work.

Der Künstler beschloss, durch seine Arbeit soziale Probleme zu beleuchten.

zündenv.

And you light that same candle for him every night.

Sie zünden jeden Abend die Kerze da für ihn an.

anzündenv.

At that point, you can light up and enjoy the atmosphere.

Nun kannst Du Dir einen Joint anzünden und die Atmosphäre genießen.

erhellenv.

His jokes and positive energy always light up a room at parties.

Seine Witze und positive Energie erhellen auf Partys immer einen Raum.

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light: Examples and translations in context

The architect's intentional design emphasized natural light in the building.

Das gezielte Design des Architekten betonte das natürliche Licht im Gebäude.

Recently discovered letters shed light upon the author's political views.

Kürzlich entdeckte Briefe werfen Licht auf die politischen Ansichten des Autors.

The investigator's report shed light on the previously hidden facts.

Der Bericht des Ermittlers brachte Licht in die zuvor verborgenen Tatsachen.

The fair jewelry she wore sparkled brightly under the light.

Der hübsche Schmuck, den sie trug, funkelte hell im Licht.

His vision became fuzzy as he stared at the bright light.

Seine Sicht wurde unscharf, als er in das helle Licht starrte.

When the light flickered, I briefly had spots before my eyes.

Als das Licht flackerte, sah ich kurz Pünktchen vor den Augen.

Her laughter pierced the gloom, bringing light to the darkest corners.

Ihr Lachen durchbrach die Düsterkeit und brachte Licht in die dunkelsten Ecken.

The torn curtain let in too much light during the early morning.

Der zerrissene Vorhang ließ am frühen Morgen zu viel Licht herein.

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