Сонце
English meaning: Sun
Definition
The sun — and a beloved term of endearment, sontse moye.
Example
“Сонце зійшло над полем.”
In English: “The sun rose over the field.”
Another example: “Уранці сонце зазирнуло у вікно.”
Usage — When, Where & How
Neutral word for the sun; also a tender endearment (сонечко моє = my little sun, like 'sweetheart'). Common in everyday speech and songs. Neuter gender.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
The term 'сонце' (sontse) comes from the Proto-Slavic *sъlnce, which translates to 'sun.' This word has preserved its meaning and form across centuries.
Common Collocations
- яскраве сонце
- сонце світить
- під сонцем
- схід сонця
- сонечко моє
Word Forms
neut.; gen. сонця; pl. rare
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Literary Heritage
“Борітеся — поборете! Вам Бог помагає!”
/Boriteysya — poborete! Vam Boh pomohaie!/
“Fight — and you shall overcome! God is on your side!”
“Без надії сподіваюсь!”
/Bez nadi'yi spodivayus'!/
“Without hope, I hope! — I shall sing in winter as if it were spring.”
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