lumière du soleil /lymjˈɛʁdy-solˈɛj/ · noun · CEFR B1. French translation of "sunshine".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: lumière du soleil
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: sunshine
  • IPA: /lymjˈɛʁdy-solˈɛj/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Image:Photo of lumière du soleil (French)

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Example Sentences

  • J'aime m'asseoir dehors quand il y a de la lumière du soleil. English: I like to sit outside when it's sunny.
  • La lumière du soleil me rend heureux et plein d'énergie. English: Sunlight makes me happy and full of energy.
  • Nous avons fait un pique-nique parce que la lumière du soleil était parfaite. English: We had a picnic because the sunlight was perfect.

When and How to Use "lumière du soleil"

Use "lumière du soleil" when you want to talk about "sunshine" in French. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in B1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "lumière du soleil" mean in French?

"lumière du soleil" is the French word for "sunshine".

What CEFR level is "lumière du soleil"?

"lumière du soleil" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "lumière du soleil"?

"lumière du soleil" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "lumière du soleil" in a sentence?

J'aime m'asseoir dehors quand il y a de la lumière du soleil.

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