Chinese
guāngxiàn
Meaning: light; lighting; ray
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

這裡的光線太暗了。
这里的光线太暗了。
The lighting here is too dim.
這間屋子光線不足,顯得非常陰暗。
This room lacks light and appears very dark.
樓道裡的光線很暗。
The light in the hallway is very dim.

Usage Notes

Refers to light rays or the general lighting conditions in a space.

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