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
a lightweight folded object held over the head to create shade on bright, sunny days when you are outdoors
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.
Theo held a large sunshade over his grandmother's head as they watched the parade.
A market vendor used a striped sunshade to protect her fruit from the morning sun.
- 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
2. a tall folding frame covered with fabric that you push into the ground outdoors
a tall folding frame covered with fabric that you push into the ground outdoors to create a shaded area for sitting or relaxing
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
A heavy sunshade stood over the picnic table near the barbecue area in the park.
Bao carried a folding sunshade to the park for the weekend family gathering.
The restaurant placed a giant sunshade over the outdoor tables to keep diners cool.
- beach umbrella
specifically for sandy areas, usually shorter
- garden parasol
common in British English for a large outdoor sunshade on a stand
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
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
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.
Mert pulled down the sunshade to keep the afternoon sun off the kitchen floor tiles.
A faded blue sunshade hung above the bakery door, shading the bread display outside.
The apartment's window sunshade folded up automatically when the wind grew strong.
文法句型
a/an + sunshade
adjective + sunshade
pull down + sunshade
sunshade + over + [location]
用法筆記
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