die Sonne, -n
sun
Ein sehr großer, heißer Stern am Himmel, der Licht und Wärme zur Erde schickt und Tag und Nacht bestimmt.
The German word "Sonne" is a noun that means "sun". It refers to the star at the center of our solar system, around which the Earth and other planets revolve. "Sonne" can also be used metaphorically to denote something that radiates light or serves as a central or vital element.
Similar words in German include "Sonnenschein" (sunshine) and "Sonnenlicht" (sunlight). These terms specifically refer to the light emitted by the sun, while "Sonne" generally refers to the celestial body itself.
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Examples
Die Sonne scheint heute sehr hell.noun
The sun is shining very brightly today.
Auf dem Bild ist eine strahlende Sonne zu sehen.noun
In the picture, a shining sun can be seen.
Unter der Sonne ist es warm.noun
Under the sun it is warm.
Morgens strahlt die Sonne besonders intensiv.noun
In the morning the sun shines especially intensely.
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