B2 noun Neutro

brightness

/ˈbraɪtnəs/

Brightness refers to the quality of reflecting or emitting a large amount of light, as well as the vividness of a color. Metaphorically, it can also describe a person's intelligence or a cheerful, optimistic outlook.

Exemplos

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1

You should lower the brightness on your computer screen to reduce eye strain.

Lower the intensity of light on your monitor to help your eyes.

2

The scientific equipment measured the brightness of the distant star with high accuracy.

The tools measured the light intensity of the star precisely.

3

I really love the brightness of the yellow paint you chose for the kitchen.

I like how vivid and light the yellow paint looks in the kitchen.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
brightness
Verb
brighten
Advérbio
brightly
Adjetivo
bright
Relacionado
brilliance
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Dica de memorização

Focus on the suffix '-ness,' which turns the adjective 'bright' into a state of being. Imagine a 'bright' sun creating 'brightness' all around you.

Quiz rápido

The ______ of the noon sun made it almost impossible to drive without sunglasses.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: brightness

Exemplos

1

You should lower the brightness on your computer screen to reduce eye strain.

everyday

Lower the intensity of light on your monitor to help your eyes.

2

The scientific equipment measured the brightness of the distant star with high accuracy.

formal

The tools measured the light intensity of the star precisely.

3

I really love the brightness of the yellow paint you chose for the kitchen.

informal

I like how vivid and light the yellow paint looks in the kitchen.

4

In this experiment, we vary the brightness of the stimulus to observe the subjects' reaction times.

academic

The researchers changed the light levels to see how people reacted.

5

Our marketing team wants to increase the brightness of the logo to make it stand out on mobile devices.

business

The company wants the logo to be more vivid so it is easier to see on phones.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
brightness
Verb
brighten
Advérbio
brightly
Adjetivo
bright
Relacionado
brilliance

Colocações comuns

adjust the brightness change the level of light
blinding brightness light so strong it is hard to see
screen brightness the light level of a digital display
full brightness the maximum light setting
unusual brightness an unexpected amount of light

Frases Comuns

brightness of the future

the hopefulness or potential of coming times

adjust for brightness

to change settings based on available light

eyes full of brightness

eyes showing intelligence or happiness

Frequentemente confundido com

brightness vs lightness

Brightness refers to light intensity or vividness, while lightness usually refers to weight or how pale a color is.

brightness vs lighting

Lighting refers to the equipment or arrangement of lights in a room, whereas brightness is the quality of the light itself.

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Notas de uso

Brightness is most commonly used when talking about digital screens or light sources. When describing a person's mind, use 'intelligence' for formal contexts, though 'brightness' is common in general conversation.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use 'bright' (the adjective) when they need the noun 'brightness' (e.g., saying 'the bright of the sun' instead of 'the brightness of the sun').

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Dica de memorização

Focus on the suffix '-ness,' which turns the adjective 'bright' into a state of being. Imagine a 'bright' sun creating 'brightness' all around you.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Old English 'beorhtnes,' coming from 'beorht' (bright) and the suffix '-nes' used to form abstract nouns.

Padrões gramaticais

uncountable noun can be modified by adjectives (extreme brightness, low brightness) often follows 'the' in a prepositional phrase
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Contexto cultural

In many Western cultures, brightness is symbolically linked to hope, intelligence ('a bright student'), and positivity.

Quiz rápido

The ______ of the noon sun made it almost impossible to drive without sunglasses.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: brightness

Palavras relacionadas

ready

A2

To be fully prepared for an action or an event. It describes a state where everything is set so that something can happen immediately without delay.

simple

A2

Something that is easy to understand, do, or use because it is not complicated. It can also describe something that is plain and basic in style, without extra decoration.

physical

A2

Relating to the body rather than the mind or feelings. It also describes things that exist in the real world and can be seen or touched.

general

A2

Describing something that affects most people or things rather than being specific to one. It is also used to describe a broad understanding of a topic without focusing on small details.

environmental

A2

Relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals. It is often used to describe things that involve protecting nature from damage caused by humans.

medical

A2

Relating to the science of medicine and the treatment of injuries or diseases. It is used to describe things connected to doctors, nurses, and the healthcare system.

traditional

A2

Following or belonging to the customs and beliefs that have been part of a group of people or a society for a long time. It describes practices that are done in the same way they have been done in the past rather than using new or modern methods.

private

A2

Describes something that belongs to a specific person or group and is not for public use. It also refers to a place or conversation where others are not allowed to listen or watch.

difficult

A2

Something that is hard to do, understand, or deal with because it requires a lot of effort or skill. It can also describe a person who is not easy to please or work with.

religious

A2

Describes someone who has a strong belief in a god or a group of gods and follows the practices of a religion. It can also refer to things that are connected with or related to a particular religion.

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