Meaning

Primary

Brightness

Alternative

Splendor

Word Type

noun

Explanation

The light's radiance is that of brightness and splendor.

光輝 can refer to both physical radiance or to the metaphorical brilliance of someone's achievements. It's a formal word used mostly in advanced written contexts, but you may also come across it as a name (usually for males) in everyday life.

Reading

こうき
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

彼は光輝燦然と旗を掲げました。

He raised the flag in all its splendor.

Kanji Composition