Daylit: meaning, definitions and examples

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daylit

 

[ ˈdeɪlɪt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

natural light

Daylit refers to spaces or environments that are illuminated by natural sunlight. It is often used in architectural and design contexts to describe buildings or rooms that utilize windows, skylights, or other openings to allow daylight to penetrate indoors. This approach is favored for its aesthetic appeal and energy efficiency, as natural light can reduce the need for artificial lighting during the day. Daylit environments are known to enhance mood and productivity, making them desirable in workplaces and learning environments.

Synonyms

bright, illuminated, sunlit.

Examples of usage

  • The office was designed to be daylit with large windows.
  • She prefers daylit rooms for her artwork.
  • The school’s classrooms have been renovated to be more daylit.

Translations

Translations of the word "daylit" in other languages:

🇵🇹 iluminado pelo dia

🇮🇳 दिन की रोशनी में

🇩🇪 tageslicht

🇮🇩 terang siang

🇺🇦 досвітній

🇵🇱 oświetlony dziennym światłem

🇯🇵 昼間の光で

🇫🇷 éclairé par le jour

🇪🇸 iluminado por el día

🇹🇷 gündüz ışığında

🇰🇷 주간의 빛에서

🇸🇦 مضيء بالنهار

🇨🇿 osvětlený denním světlem

🇸🇰 osvetlený denným svetlom

🇨🇳 白天的光照下

🇸🇮 osvetljen s sončno svetlobo

🇮🇸 ljós dagsins

🇰🇿 күн сәулесінде

🇬🇪 დღის სინათლით

🇦🇿 gündüz işığında

🇲🇽 iluminado por el día

Etymology

The term 'daylit' is derived from the combination of the word 'day' and the suffix '-lit', which is a variant of 'lit', the past participle of 'light'. The word 'day' has Old English roots, coming from 'dæg', which originally signified the period of light between dawn and sunset. The concept of light is foundational to many cultures, often symbolizing knowledge, clarity, and life itself. The use of '-lit' follows the pattern seen in other adjectives related to light, such as 'twilight' or 'moonlit', indicating the state of being illuminated by a specific source. In modern architecture, the adoption of the term reflects a growing emphasis on sustainability and the benefits of natural lighting in human environments.