Ray meanings in Japanese

光線 (こうせん)

Example:

The sun's rays are shining bright.

太陽の光線が明るく輝いている。

She stood in the ray of light coming through the window.

彼女は窓から差し込む光線の中に立っていた。

Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in scientific, literary, or everyday conversations about light.

Note: Refers specifically to beams or lines of light.

放射線 (ほうしゃせん)

Example:

The doctor explained the effects of radiation rays.

医者は放射線の影響について説明した。

Radiation rays can be harmful in large doses.

放射線は大量に浴びると有害になることがある。

Usage: formalContext: Used in medical, scientific, or technical discussions.

Note: Refers to rays of energy, such as X-rays or gamma rays, often in a health or safety context.

魚のエイ (えい)

Example:

We saw a ray swimming gracefully in the ocean.

私たちは海で優雅に泳ぐエイを見た。

The species of ray can be found in tropical waters.

そのエイの種類は熱帯の海で見られる。

Usage: informalContext: Used in marine biology, fishing, or casual conversations about sea life.

Note: Refers to a type of fish known for its flat body and wing-like pectoral fins.

希望の光 (きぼうのひかり)

Example:

She felt a ray of hope after hearing the good news.

彼女は良い知らせを聞いて希望の光を感じた。

In difficult times, we must look for a ray of hope.

困難な時には希望の光を探さなければならない。

Usage: informalContext: Used in motivational or inspirational discussions.

Note: Metaphorically refers to a sign of hope or positivity.

beam

A beam is a long, sturdy piece of wood, metal, or other material used to support weight or as part of a structure.

Example: The sun's beams shone through the clouds.

Note: While both 'ray' and 'beam' can refer to a narrow stream of light, a beam is typically larger and more solid in nature.

shaft

A shaft is a long, narrow part or section forming the handle of a tool or weapon, or a long, narrow passage or column of air or light.

Example: The shafts of sunlight filtered through the trees.

Note: In the context of light, a shaft can refer to a more concentrated or focused stream of light compared to a ray.

gleam

To gleam means to shine brightly, especially with reflected light.

Example: The moon cast a soft gleam over the water.

Note: A gleam is a soft or gentle light, often associated with a subtle or delicate shine.

Ray of sunshine

This idiom refers to someone who brings happiness or positivity into a situation.

Example: She always brightens up the room; she's like a ray of sunshine.

Note: The original word 'ray' refers to a narrow beam of light, while the idiom 'ray of sunshine' metaphorically describes someone cheerful and uplifting.

X-ray vision

This phrase is used to describe someone who can see through or perceive things that are not immediately apparent.

Example: He seems to have x-ray vision when it comes to spotting mistakes in the code.

Note: In this idiom, 'x-ray' connotes the ability to see through objects, while 'x-ray vision' figuratively implies heightened perception or insight.

Ray of hope

This expression signifies a small sign or source of hope in a difficult situation.

Example: After a series of setbacks, the small donation was a ray of hope for the charity.

Note: While 'ray' originally refers to a beam of light, 'ray of hope' symbolizes a glimmer of optimism in challenging circumstances.

Rays of wisdom

This idiom describes valuable pieces of advice or knowledge shared by a wise individual.

Example: The elderly sage shared rays of wisdom with the young apprentices.

Note: In this context, 'ray' represents insightful guidance or teachings, contrasting with its literal meaning of a beam of light.

Catch someone's rays

To 'catch someone's rays' means to obtain or seek someone's opinion or approval.

Example: I need to catch the boss's rays before making a decision on the project.

Note: Here, 'rays' symbolize the influence or perspective of the person, deviating from the literal light-related meaning of 'ray.'

Ray of darkness

This phrase describes a moment or element that contrasts with an otherwise positive or joyful situation, indicating a hint of sadness or negativity.

Example: Despite the festive decorations, there was a ray of darkness in her eyes.

Note: In contrast to the original word 'ray' denoting light, 'ray of darkness' conveys a sense of gloom or melancholy.

Ray tracing

This term refers to a rendering technique in computer graphics that simulates the behavior of light to create realistic images.

Example: The game's stunning graphics are a result of advanced ray tracing technology.

Note: While 'ray' typically refers to a beam of light, 'ray tracing' is a technical term related to computer-generated imagery.

Ray-Bans

Refers to sunglasses made by the company Ray-Ban.

Example: She always wears her Ray-Bans when she goes outside.

Note: Specific brand of sunglasses.

Rays

Refers to sun rays or sunlight.

Example: Let's go catch some rays at the beach this weekend.

Note: Informal way of talking about sunlight.

Ray gun

Fictional weapon that shoots rays of energy.

Example: Watch out, he's got a ray gun in the game!

Note: Imaginary futuristic weapon.

Raging rays

Intensely strong or hot sunlight.

Example: The sun was scorching, those raging rays were unbearable.

Note: Emphasizes the intensity and discomfort of the sunlight.

The sun's rays are warming my skin.

I saw a ray swimming in the ocean.

The spaceship is powered by a ray engine.

Ray - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)

Lemma: ray

Conjugations

Noun, plural (Noun, plural): rays

Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): ray

Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): rayed

Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): raying

Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): rays

Verb, base form (Verb, base form): ray

Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): ray

Syllabification and Stress

ray Contains 1 syllables: ray

Phonetic transcription: ˈrā

ray , ˈrā (The red syllable is stressed)

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

ray: ~ 2400 (Very common).

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