Resplandecía (en. Was shining)

/resplan.deˈθi.a/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To shine with intensity.
The sun shone in all its splendor.
El sol resplandecía en todo su esplendor.
To stand out or be notable.
Her talent shone above the others.
Su talento resplandecía por encima de los demás.
To produce a bright light.
The stars shone in the night sky.
Las estrellas resplandecían en el cielo nocturno.

Etymology

From the Latin 'resplandescere', which means 'to shine brightly'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to shine with one's own light
To be outstanding or notable in a certain area.
resplandecer con luz propia
the glow of her smile
The joy or happiness that a person conveys through their smile.
el resplandor de su sonrisa

Related Words

glow
Intense light that is emitted or reflected.
resplandor
brightness
Quality of being bright or shining.
brillo
flash
Brief and intense light that appears and disappears.
destello

Slang Meanings

To be very attractive or charismatic.
She shone at the party, everyone was looking at her.
Ella resplandecía en la fiesta, todos la miraban.
To have sudden success.
Her career shone after that movie.
Su carrera resplandeció después de esa película.