🇨🇳 How to say

“sun” in Chinese

太阳tàiyáng
Illustration of "sun" in a Chinese cultural setting
A bright sunny day at the beach, where people are playing in the sand and swimming in the ocean. The sun shines brightly in the clear blue sky, casting warm light on everyone enjoying the outdoors.

Usage note

The word 太阳 (tàiyáng) means 'sun' and is used to describe the star that gives us light and warmth. In Chinese culture, the sun is often associated with brightness and positivity.

Examples

  • 太阳在天空中。

    The sun is in the sky.

  • 今天的太阳很大。

    The sun is very big today.

  • 我喜欢在太阳下玩。

    I like to play in the sun.

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What does "太阳" mean?

  • A. sun
  • B. apple
  • C. today
  • D. fish

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