Word
sunny
Phoneticssun·ny, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈsəni/
UK/sˈʌni/
Definitions
01weather with sunshine
A1 · Beginner
adj. when the sky is clear and the sun is shining brightly.
adj. characterized by bright sunlight; having a lot of sunshine.
“It was a beautiful sunny day, so we decided to have a picnic in the park.”
“The forecast predicts a week of sunny weather, which should provide ideal conditions for the outdoor music festival.”
02a bright place
A2 · Elementary
adj. a place or room that receives a lot of natural light from the sun.
adj. exposed to or receiving a significant amount of direct sunlight.
“The cat loves to sleep in the sunny corner of the living room.”
“The architect designed the apartment with large south-facing windows to ensure the main living area remained sunny throughout the afternoon.”
Synonyms
03cheerful personality
B1 · Intermediate
adj. having a happy, friendly, and positive attitude.
adj. characterized by a cheerful, optimistic, or radiant disposition.
“Everyone likes working with Sarah because she has such a sunny personality.”
“Despite the setbacks in the project, the manager maintained a sunny outlook that kept the rest of the team motivated.”
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “sunny” in context.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A1 MoversIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.2.0–3.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 1.0–1.50–23TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.120–224
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- A1 · Beginner
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