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    Rayonne (en. Rayon)

    /ʁɛ.jɔn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To emit or reflect light.
    The sun radiates over the sea, creating dazzling reflections.
    Le soleil rayonne sur la mer, créant des reflets éblouissants.
    To present oneself in a bright or joyful manner.
    She radiates happiness since she got this new position.
    Elle rayonne de bonheur depuis qu'elle a obtenu ce nouveau poste.
    To extend or spread in a circular manner.
    Sound waves radiate in all directions.
    Les ondes sonores rayonnent dans toutes les directions.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'rayonner', derived from the word 'rayon'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to radiate happiness
    To be very happy, to be joyful.
    rayonner de bonheur
    to radiate kindness
    To be particularly kind and friendly.
    rayonner de gentillesse
    radiate like a sun
    To have a radiant personality.
    rayonne comme un soleil

    Related Words

    ray
    Light line emitted by a light source.
    rayon
    radiation
    The action of radiating, diffusion of energy or light.
    rayonnement
    ultraviolet rays
    Invisible radiations emitted by the sun.
    rayons ultraviolets

    Slang Meanings

    To be in top shape.
    Since he started dating her, he radiates!
    Depuis qu'il sort avec elle, il rayonne!
    To have a positive and engaging attitude.
    She is always the life of the party, she radiates like never before.
    Elle est toujours à la fête, elle rayonne comme jamais.