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“light” in English

light
Illustration of "light" in a English cultural setting
A child switches on a bedside lamp, casting warm yellow light across a storybook. Morning sunbeams filter through window blinds, illuminating dust particles dancing in the air.

Usage note

Use 'light' to talk about something that makes a room bright, like a lamp or the sun.

Examples

  • Turn on the light.

    Turn on the light.

  • The light is bright.

    The light is bright.

  • I need more light.

    I need more light.

Quick check

What does "light" mean?

  • A. light
  • B. airplane
  • C. apple
  • D. bag

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