sunshade

/ˈsʌnʃeɪd/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈsʌnʃeɪd/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈsən-ˌshād How to pronounce sunshade (audio)/ (ame, mw)

sunshade — noun

  • sunshadesingular
  • sunshadesplural

1. a lightweight folded object held over the head to create shade on bright, sunny

1.名詞B1
釋義

a lightweight folded object held over the head to create shade on bright, sunny days when you are outdoors

例句

Lauren opened her sunshade and walked along the beach toward the cafe.

hold + sunshade + location for movement

A paper sunshade with painted flowers lay on the garden bench next to the teapot.

同義詞
  • parasol

    more formal or decorative term, often used for lace or silk versions

文法句型

a/an + sunshade

adjective + sunshade

sunshade + verb

用法筆記

This sense refers to a portable, handheld item, similar in size to a regular umbrella but designed for sun protection rather than rain.

常見錯誤

I opened my sunshade when it started to rain.
I opened my umbrella when it started to rain.
💡A sunshade is for blocking sunlight, not rain; a regular umbrella is used for rain.

2. a tall folding frame covered with fabric that you push into the ground outdoors

2.名詞B1
釋義

a tall folding frame covered with fabric that you push into the ground outdoors to create a shaded area for sitting or relaxing

例句

The family placed a large sunshade in the sand before settling down for the day.

put up + sunshade

Joaquín adjusted the angle of the sunshade to block out the hot afternoon light.

adjust + the angle of + sunshade

同義詞

文法句型

a/an + sunshade

adjective + sunshade

put up + sunshade

under + the + sunshade

用法筆記

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3. a sheet of strong fabric fixed to the outside of a building or window that you c

3.名詞B2
釋義

a sheet of strong fabric fixed to the outside of a building or window that you can pull out to provide shade from the sun

例句

Kemi unrolled the canvas sunshade above the shop window every morning before opening.

canvas sunshade — material specification

The cafe installed a striped sunshade over the outdoor seating area on the pavement.

同義詞
  • awning

    the more common term for this type of building fixture

  • canopy

    broader term that can also refer to free-standing covers

文法句型

a/an + sunshade

adjective + sunshade

pull down + sunshade

sunshade + over + [location]

用法筆記

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