light
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/laɪt/
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/laɪt/
noun
A1
Energy that makes things visible, like from the sun or a lamp.
The light from the window helps me read.
A1
A specific color or type of light.
The lamp gives off a warm light.
A1
A device that produces light, like a bulb.
Turn on the light so we can see.
R
A look in someone's eyes showing emotion.
There was a happy light in her eyes.
R
Bright areas in a picture.
The artist used light to highlight the subject.
R
A tool to start a fire, like a match.
He used a light to start the campfire.
R
An opening that lets light in, like a window.
The room has a large light for sunshine.
adjective
A1
Pale in color.
She wore a light blue dress.
A2
Bright with natural or artificial light.
The kitchen is very light and airy.
A2
Not heavy; easy to lift.
The box is light and easy to carry.
A2
Lighter than average weight.
This light backpack is perfect for hiking.
R
Weighing less than expected.
The bag was a kilo light.
A2
Gentle; not using much force.
Use a light touch when painting.
B1
Easy to do; not tiring.
She has light duties at work.
B1
Small in amount or degree.
There was light rain this morning.
B2
Fun and not serious.
We watched a light comedy movie.
B2
Not serious in tone.
He kept the conversation light.
R
Not severe.
The judge gave a light sentence.
B1
Small in quantity.
We had light snacks for lunch.
R
Easy to digest; not rich.
I prefer a light meal in the evening.
R
Containing a lot of air; fluffy.
The cake was light and fluffy.
R
Low in alcohol.
He ordered a light beer.
R
Containing a lot of water; weak.
She likes her coffee light.
R
Carrying light weapons.
The light infantry moved quickly.
R
Easy to wake from sleep.
She was in a light sleep.
R
Cheerful; free from worry.
He felt light and happy.
verb
A2
To make something start burning.
He lit the candle with a match.
A2
To start burning.
The fire finally lit after many tries.
B1
To provide light to a place.
The room was lit by a single lamp.
R
To guide someone with light.
The moon lit our path home.
translation
Energy that makes things visible, like from the sun or a lamp.; A specific color or type of light.; A device that produces light, like a bulb.; A look in someone's eyes showing emotion.; Bright areas in a picture.; A tool to start a fire, like a match.; An opening that lets light in, like a window.
Pale in color.; Bright with natural or artificial light.; Not heavy; easy to lift.; Lighter than average weight.; Weighing less than expected.; Gentle; not using much force.; Easy to do; not tiring.; Small in amount or degree.; Fun and not serious.; Not serious in tone.; Not severe.; Small in quantity.; Easy to digest; not rich.; Containing a lot of air; fluffy.; Low in alcohol.; Containing a lot of water; weak.; Carrying light weapons.; Easy to wake from sleep.; Cheerful; free from worry.
To make something start burning.; To start burning.; To provide light to a place.; To guide someone with light.
Word Forms
3rd Present
lights
Past
lit
Perfect
lit
Progressive
lighting
Comparative
lighter
Superlative
lightest
Plural
lights