iluminación
/ee-loo-mee-nah-syohn/
lighting
The warm lighting in the room creates a cozy atmosphere.
iluminación(noun)
lighting
?The light setup in a room or outside
illumination
?The physical act of lighting something up
📝 In Action
La iluminación de esta oficina es muy natural.
A2The lighting in this office is very natural.
Me gusta la iluminación tenue para cenar.
B1I like dim lighting for dinner.
💡 Grammar Points
The -ción Rule
Words that end in -ción are almost always feminine, so you should use 'la' or 'una' with them.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Lights vs. Lighting
Mistake: "Using 'las iluminaciones' to talk about light bulbs."
Correction: Use 'las luces' for the physical bulbs and 'la iluminación' for the overall effect or quality of light.
⭐ Usage Tips
Decor & Photography
Use this word when discussing how a room looks or when talking about taking a good photo.
A moment of spiritual enlightenment and inner peace.
iluminación(noun)
enlightenment
?Spiritual or intellectual breakthrough
inspiration
?A sudden great idea
📝 In Action
El monje busca la iluminación a través de la meditación.
B2The monk seeks enlightenment through meditation.
Tuve una iluminación y resolví el problema.
C1I had a moment of inspiration and solved the problem.
⭐ Usage Tips
Deep Thinking
This is a great word to use when you suddenly understand something very complex, similar to saying 'the lightbulb went off' in English.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: iluminación
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence describes the 'quality of light' in a room?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'iluminación' to mean a light bulb?
Not really. For the physical bulb, use 'bombilla' or 'foco'. 'Iluminación' refers to the light itself or the system as a whole.
Is it formal or informal?
It's a neutral word. You can use it with friends when talking about a lamp, or in a professional setting like a photography studio.