lights

laɪts
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lights: devices that produce illumination in a space
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Translation of lights into German

Noun, plural

1.

illumination

devices that produce illumination in a space
Lichter Lampen Leuchten n
  • The lights in the room were too bright.Die Lichter im Raum waren zu hell.
2.

understanding

Dated
person's ideas or understanding of something
Dated
Ansichten Einsichten
  • Her lights on the subject were quite enlightening.Ihre Ansichten zu dem Thema waren sehr erhellend.
3.

animal lungs

DatedUK
the lungs of an animal, especially a sheep, used as food
DatedUK
Lungen Tierlungen
  • The butcher prepared the lights for sale..Der Metzger bereitete die Lungen zum Verkauf vor
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Expressions with lights: examples in English and translations in German

das Licht ausmachen
Please cut the lights before you leave the room.
den Betrieb aufrechterhalten
die Grundfunktionen aufrechterhalten
We need more funds to keep the lights on.
das Licht ausmachen
Please kill the lights before you leave the room.
das Großstadtleben
She moved to the bright lights in search of fame.
bewusstlos schlagen
K.O. schlagen
The boxer put his opponent's lights out with a single punch.
hervorragend spielen
ausgezeichnet auftreten
The team shot the lights out in the final game.

Images of lights

  • lights: devices that produce illumination in a space
    (illumination) Lichter
  • lights: the lungs of an animal, especially a sheep, used as food
    (animal lungs) Lungen

Synonyms and analogies of lights in English

Examples of lights in a sentence

  • Holiday lights decorated the entire neighborhood.
  • His lights on the matter were surprisingly dim.
  • In her lights, the decision was quite clear.
  • She cooked the lights with onions and spices.
  • The recipe called for fresh lights from the market.
light
laɪt
lit
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
Licht n
  • 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.

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?

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

Noun
dasLeuchtennn.

The customer can dock other lights without any need for assembly.

Der Kunde hat die Möglichkeit, ohne Montage andere Leuchten anzudocken.

A three-way switch is essential for large rooms with multiple entrances and lights.

Ein Wechselschalter ist unerlässlich für große Räume mit mehreren Eingängen und Leuchten.

dieLichtquellennf.

Glare and halos around lights are common symptoms of nuclear cataract.

Blendung und Lichthöfe um Lichtquellen sind häufige Symptome eines Kernkatarakts.

Moths are often nocturnal, drawn to lights in the darkness.

Motten sind oft nachtaktiv und werden von Lichtquellen in der Dunkelheit angezogen.

Lichter

Beneath the bright lights, the city was alive and buzzing.

Im Schein der hellen Lichter pulsierte die Stadt vor Leben.

With a flip of the switch, the lights turned on instantly.

Mit einem Knipsen des Schalters gingen die Lichter sofort an.

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lights: Examples and translations in context

She saw the glow of the city lights from her mountain cabin.

Von ihrer Berghütte aus sah sie das Leuchten der Stadtlichter.

The control board's lights flashed, signaling a problem with the hydraulics.

Die Leuchten am Steuerpult blinkten und signalisierten ein Problem mit der Hydraulik.

Every evening, the lights in the mess hall cast a warm glow.

Jeden Abend werfen die Lichter in der Kantine ein warmes Leuchten.

The concrete jungle never sleeps, with lights glowing throughout the night.

Der Großstadtdschungel schläft nie, die Lichter leuchten die ganze Nacht.

At night, the firehouse lights shine brightly, ready for any emergency call.

Nachts leuchten die Lichter der Feuerwache hell, bereit für jeden Notfallruf.

The lights alternated colors, casting a festive glow over the party.

Die Lichter wechselten ihre Farben und tauchten die Party in ein festliches Leuchten.

By pressing the button twice, he activates all lights.

Drückt er den Taster zweimal, aktiviert er damit alle Leuchten.

Materials such as mirrors and coloured lights stimulate the children's senses.

Mit Materialien wie Spiegel und farbige Lichtquellen werden die Sinne der Kinder angeregt.

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