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Starry: meaning, definitions and examples

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starry

 

[ ˈstɑːr.i ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

night sky

Starry refers to a sky that is filled with stars. It often describes a clear night when numerous stars are visible, creating a picturesque and awe-inspiring view.

Synonyms

celestial, star-filled, starlit

Examples of usage

  • The starry night was breathtaking as we lay on the grass.
  • She wished upon a shooting star on that starry evening.
  • He took a walk under the starry sky, feeling peaceful.

Translations

Translations of the word "starry" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estrelado

🇮🇳 तारकीय

🇩🇪 sternenhaft

🇮🇩 berbintang

🇺🇦 зоряний

🇵🇱 gwiaździsty

🇯🇵 星の

🇫🇷 étoilé

🇪🇸 estrellado

🇹🇷 yıldızlı

🇰🇷 별이 빛나는

🇸🇦 نجمي

🇨🇿 hvězdný

🇸🇰 hviezdny

🇨🇳 星光熠熠的

🇸🇮 zvezdnat

🇮🇸 stjörnulegt

🇰🇿 жұлдызды

🇬🇪 ვარსკვლავური

🇦🇿 ulduzlu

🇲🇽 estrellado

Etymology

The word 'starry' originates from the Old English term 'steorra', which means star. This root is linked to the Proto-Germanic '*sternō', and has cognates in various other languages, such as German 'Stern' and Dutch 'ster.' The suffix 'y' is added to form an adjective, signifying that something is characterized by or full of stars. This term has been used in literature and poetry for centuries, often associated with beauty and wonder in the natural world. The romantic imagery of a starry night has been a common theme across different cultures, symbolizing hope, dreams, and the vastness of the universe.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,711, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.