Meaning
灯光 refers to artificial light produced by lamps, bulbs, or other lighting fixtures. It encompasses both the light source itself and the illumination it creates. This word is commonly used when discussing indoor lighting, stage lighting, street lights, or any man-made illumination in contrast to natural light.
Usage
Native speakers use 灯光 to describe lighting in various contexts: indoor environments, theatrical settings, photography, and urban landscapes. It often appears in phrases about adjusting lighting or describing atmospheric scenes. The word carries a somewhat poetic quality when describing city night scenes or ambiance.
Examples
- 01夜晚的城市灯光很美。.The city lights are beautiful at night.
- 02请把灯光调亮一点。.Please turn up the lights a bit.
Characters
Common collocations
- 灯光昏暗dim lighting
- 灯光璀璨brilliant/dazzling lights
- 舞台灯光stage lighting
- 打开灯光turn on the lights
Antonyms
Origin
The compound combines 灯 (lamp/lantern) with 光 (light/brightness), creating a word that specifically denotes artificial illumination as opposed to natural light sources like sunlight.