Resplandor (en. Radiance)

/resplanˈdoɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: Intense light or radiance emitted by a body.

Example Sentence: The glow of the sun illuminated the whole beach.

El resplandor del sol iluminaba toda la playa.

Definition: Clarity or brightness that reflects something.

Example Sentence: The glow of gold attracts attention.

El resplandor del oro atrae la atención.

Definition: Luminescent effect produced by something in its environment.

Example Sentence: The glow of the stars was visible at night.

El resplandor de las estrellas era visible en la noche.

Etymology/Origin: Comes from Latin 'resplandor', meaning brightness or radiance.

Common Phrase: celestial glow

Meaning: Brightness or light emanating from the sky, especially in the context of the divine.

resplandor celestial

Common Phrase: inner glow

Meaning: Refers to an internal luminosity or clarity, often metaphorical, related to peace or happiness.

resplandor interior

Common Phrase: lose its glow

Meaning: When something loses its appeal or original shine.

perder el resplandor

Related Word: brightness

Description: Intense light or reflection that stands out.

brillo

Related Word: light

Description: Energy that makes objects visible.

luz

Related Word: luminous

Description: That emits or reflects light.

luminoso

Slang Meaning: Used to refer to a person who always shines in the group.

Example: She is the glow of the party.

Ella es el resplandor de la fiesta.

Slang Meaning: Refers to a situation that is very successful or prominent.

Example: That project had a glow in the community.

Ese proyecto tuvo un resplandor en la comunidad.