Meaning of "radiant" in English

In English, "radiant" generally describes something that is emitting light or heat. It can also refer to a person's expression or demeanor, indicating happiness or health, as in "a radiant smile." Often used to describe beauty, it implies a glowing or shining quality. This adjective can be applied to both physical and emotional states, capturing the essence of something shining brightly or glowing with enthusiasm, energy, or joy.

Meaning of "radiant" in French

In French, "radiant" is used similarly to describe something that emits or reflects light. It can also illustrate someone's appearance or aura, suggesting glowing health, beauty, or happiness, such as "un sourire radieux" (a radiant smile). The word encapsulates a sense of brilliance or intense brightness, whether literal or metaphorical, to convey an impression of glowing enthusiasm or cheerfulness.

Pronunciation of "radiant" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈreɪ.di.ənt/

Pronunciation Variations: In British English, the pronunciation remains consistent with the transcription above, while in American English, you might hear a slightly shorter version of the first syllable. Regional accents may further modify the vowel sounds, but the basic pronunciation remains largely the same.

Pronunciation of "radiant" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ʀa.djɑ̃/

Pronunciation Variations: In standard French, "radiant" is pronounced as transcribed. Regional accents, such as those found in southern France, might slightly alter the pronunciation, particularly in the articulation of the "r" or nasal sounds, but such variations are generally subtle.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. She looked radiant in her wedding dress. (Elle était radieuse dans sa robe de mariée.)
  2. The radiant sunlight filled the room. (La lumière solaire radieuse a rempli la pièce.)
  3. His radiant smile made everyone feel welcome. (Son sourire radieux faisait que tout le monde se sentait bienvenu.)
  4. The garden was radiant with colorful flowers. (Le jardin était radieux avec des fleurs colorées.)
  5. Her skin appeared radiant and glowing. (Sa peau paraissait radieuse et éclatante.)
  6. The stars were radiant in the clear night sky. (Les étoiles étaient radieuses dans le ciel nocturne clair.)
  7. He was radiant with joy after winning the prize. (Il était radieux de joie après avoir gagné le prix.)
  8. Radiant heat warmed the entire room. (La chaleur radiante réchauffait toute la pièce.)
  9. She’s known for her radiant personality. (Elle est connue pour sa personnalité radieuse.)
  10. The painting captured a radiant beauty. (La peinture capturait une beauté radieuse.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "radiant" in English

Synonyms: luminous, shining, glowing, bright, beaming, dazzling, gleaming, brilliant, resplendent, incandescent.

Antonyms: dull, dim, gloomy, dark, dingy, shadowy, murky, somber, lackluster, dreary.

Similar Words: luminous, effulgent, lustrous, vivid, warm, clear, sunny, cheerful, sparkling, vibrant.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "radiant" in French

Synonyms: lumineux, rayonnant, éclatant, resplendissant, éclaireur, brillant, éblouissant.

Antonyms: terne, sombre, obscur, morne, trouble, lugubre.

Similar Words: lumineux, flamboyant, clair, vif, ensoleillé, radieux, éblouissant, éclatant.

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