joeng4 gwong1陽光阳光
Jyutpingjoeng4 gwong1
Yaleyèuhng gwōng
Definition
Sunlight or sunshine.
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How it's used
While 陽光 refers to the physical rays of the sun, it is also frequently used metaphorically to describe a person with a bright, cheerful, and optimistic personality. When describing such a person, you might say someone is 好陽光, meaning they have a sunny disposition. This usage is very common in casual conversation and media.
Examples
The sunlight is very intense today, remember to apply sunscreen before going out.
Do you like reading books while basking in the sunlight?
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Common mistake
Avoid using 陽光 to refer to the sun itself, which is 太陽. Learners sometimes confuse the two, but 陽光 is specifically the light or rays, whereas 太陽 is the celestial body.
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Grammar guides
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