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Sun

UK /["/sʌn/"]/US /["/sʌn/"]/

Definition

the star that shines in the sky during the day and gives the earth heat and light

In simple words: The big, bright ball of gas in the sky that gives us light and warmth.

Examples

  • The sun is shining brightly today.
  • At noon, the sun is usually at its highest point in the sky.
  • The sun can be very hot in the summer.
  • In some myths, the sun is represented as a god.
  • The sun sets in the west, creating beautiful colors in the sky.

Usage notes

Most commonly used in everyday conversation. Appropriate in both casual and formal contexts when discussing weather, astronomy, or nature. Avoid using in highly technical scientific contexts without clarification.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'sun' as 'fun', brightening your day.

Collocations

  • bright
  • brilliant
  • golden
  • block
  • block out
  • blot out
  • climb
  • come up
  • rise
  • god
  • worshipper
  • lounge
  • in the sun
  • into the sun
  • out of the sun
  • everything under the sun
  • exposure to the sun
  • the heat of the sun
  • bright
  • brilliant
  • golden
  • block
  • block out
  • blot out
  • climb
  • come up
  • rise
  • god
  • worshipper
  • lounge
  • in the sun
  • into the sun
  • out of the sun
  • everything under the sun
  • exposure to the sun
  • the heat of the sun

Synonyms

  • star
  • sol
  • daystar

Antonyms

  • moon
  • night

Common mistakes

  • Using 'son' instead of 'sun'.
  • Confusing 'sun' with 'moon'.
  • Omitting the article 'the' in phrases like 'the sun rises'.