Definitions
v. To give out or reflect light.
发光；照耀
v. To polish something until its surface becomes bright and smooth.
擦亮
n. Brightness on a smooth surface that reflects light.
光泽；光亮
Example
The sun shone through my bedroom window this morning.
今天早上，阳光透过我卧室的窗户照了进来。
Streetlights that shine directly into homes can disturb sleep and reduce residents' quality of life.
直接照进住宅的路灯会干扰睡眠，降低居民的生活质量。
Collocations
- shine brightly
- shine a light on
- shine your shoes
- a healthy shine
Word family
- shiny (adj.)
Usage tip
发光的过去式常用shone；擦亮的过去式用shined。
FAQ
- What does shine mean?
- To give out or reflect light. To polish something until its surface becomes bright and smooth. Brightness on a smooth surface that reflects light.
- How is shine pronounced?
- UK /ʃaɪn/, US /ʃaɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
