daylight - Master This Word
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daylight Word Meanings
- The natural light of the day.
- The time between sunrise and sunset.
- Illumination from the sun.
daylight Example Sentences
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daylight Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈdeɪlaɪt/
US
/ˈdeɪlaɪt/
daylight Word Etymology
day = daylight, light = illumination. Historical origin: Old English 'dæg' + 'lyht' → 'daylight'. Memory image: Picture a sunrise illuminating everything around, bringing life and color as day breaks.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputReal Context
Daylight is the natural light of the day, the light that comes from the sun after sunrise and before sunset. It can refer to the light itself or to the period of time known as day. Unlike sunlight, which is a general word for the sun's rays, daylight emphasizes the presence of light during daytime, including conditions like overcast daylight. In English you can say 'in broad daylight' to mean clearly in public. Learn common collocations: daylight hours, daylight saving time, daylight conditions. Memory image: at dawn the sky brightens and daylight gradually reveals the world in color. Use daylight with verbs like appear, brighten, or shine to describe lighting.
Usage Reminders
- 1. Use daylight to refer to the light of day, not the sun itself.
- 2. Say in daylight or during daylight hours to describe daytime conditions.
- 3. Distinguish daylight from sunlight or daytime.
- 4. Use phrases like in broad daylight or daylight saving time when appropriate.
- 5. Think of daylight as the presence and quality of light during the day.
Common Misconceptions
- Daylight equals sunlight or sun rays.
- Daylight is the same as daytime.
- Daylight refers to weather rather than light.
- Daylight only describes bright sunshine, not cloudy days.
- Daylight and daylight hours are always identical concepts.
Thinking Differences
Daylight is a general, time- and light-based concept in English; learners often conflate it with sunlight or daytime. Keep in mind that daylight emphasizes the presence of light, not the sun itself, and is used in set phrases like 'in daylight' or 'daylight hours'.
Learning Tips
- 1) Practice collocations: daylight hours, in daylight, daylight saving time.
- 2) Compare daylight vs sunlight with clear examples.
- 3) Use everyday scenarios: 'We walked during daylight' vs 'We walked at night'.
- 4) Memorize idioms: 'in broad daylight'.
- 5) Read aloud to feel the rhythm of daytime language.
- 6) Create memory images: dawn, sunlight spreading color, daylight emerging.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'daylight'?
A.Darkness during the night
B.Bright light from the sun during the day
C.Indoor lighting
D.Twilight
Step 2: Usage
In which sentence is 'daylight' used correctly?
A.I prefer to sleep in the daylight.
B.The daylight will soon turn into darkness.
C.Daylight looks beautiful during the night.
D.She enjoys walking in daylight.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym of 'daylight'?
A.Moonlight
B.Sunlight
C.Lamplight
D.Sunset
Step 4: Opposite Words
In which situation do you need 'daylight'?
A.Sleeping in a dimly lit room
B.Watching a movie in a dark room
C.Stargazing at night
D.Reading a book outdoors
Step 5: Mastery
What does 'daylight' symbolize in literature?
A.Darkness
B.Fear
C.Dreams
D.Life and vitality
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