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Sonnenstrahlung

solar radiation

noun ZON-en-shtra-loong Rare
Animals & Nature Weather

Also means

sunlight radiation

Usage Note

Sonnenstrahlung is electromagnetic radiation from the sun. Meteorology distinguishes direkte and diffuse Sonnenstrahlung; it is central to climate science and solar energy discussions.

Examples

"Die intensive Sonnenstrahlung im Sommer kann die Haut schädigen."

Natural Translation

The intense solar radiation in summer can damage the skin.

Literal Translation

The intensive sun-radiation in-the summer can the skin damage.

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