sun
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /sʌn/
KK: /sʌn/
intransitive verb
Definition
To be in the light of the sun or to be exposed to sunlight.
Example
The children love to sun on the beach during summer.
Tense Forms
Past: sunned
Past Participle: sunned
Conversation
I can't wait to go to the beach and sun for a while.
That sounds relaxing! I love feeling the warmth on my skin.
Yeah, it's the perfect way to unwind after a long week.
For sure! Just don’t forget the sunscreen while you sun!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
bathe
shine
glow
Antonyms
shade
darken
dull
noun
Definition
A star that provides heat and light to the Earth and is the center of our solar system.
Example
The sun rises in the east and sets in the west every day.
Conversation
I love how bright the sun is today!
Yeah, it really makes everything look so beautiful.
We should go to the park and enjoy the sun while we can.
Root Explanation
The word 'sun' originates from Old English 'sunne', which is related to the Proto-Germanic '*sunnōn', meaning the star that provides light and warmth. It is also connected to the Latin 'sol', which means sun. The word 'sun' refers to the celestial body that illuminates the Earth during the day.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English 'sunne' as the source of light and warmth in our sky — that's why 'sun' refers to the star that brightens our day.
Visually Confused Words
usun
tsun
syun
stun
spun
skun
shun
scun