sunglasses
gb/sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/ us/sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/
A2
English
napszemüveg
NOUN
A2
1
napszemüveg
A2
Usage pattern:
[someone] wears [sunglasses]; a pair of sunglasses
I always keep sunglasses in my car for sunny days.
Mindig tartok napszemüveget az autómban napos időre.
She put on her sunglasses as soon as we stepped outside.
Amint kiléptünk, felvette a napszemüvegét.
These sunglasses reduce glare when I’m driving.
Learner examples
I wear sunglasses in summer.
Nyáron napszemüveget hordok.
Do you have a pair of sunglasses?
Van napszemüveged?
Common mistake:
Learners often say “a sunglasses”; in standard English it’s usually “sunglasses” (plural) or “a pair of sunglasses.”
Meaning
dark glasses protecting from sun
Collocations
wear sunglasses
|put on sunglasses
|take off sunglasses
|a pair of sunglasses
|dark sunglasses
|designer sunglasses
|cheap sunglasses
|lost my sunglasses
|bring your sunglasses
|sunglasses case
Synonyms
shades (Informal and casual.)
|
dark glasses (A more descriptive alternative; often implies very dark lenses.)
Antonyms
clear glasses (Glasses with untinted lenses, not used for sun protection.)
Themes
clothing
|daily_life
|health
|travel
Definition
Glasses with dark lenses that you wear in the sun.
Glasses with dark or specially treated lenses worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight and glare.
Grammar
Dictionary form
sunglasses
IPA
GB/sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/
US/sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/
Syllables & stress
sunglasses (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (sunglasses)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: sunglasses
- Plural: sunglasseses
Expressions
aviator sunglasses
1/ˈeɪviˌeɪtɚ sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/
fixed phrase
teardrop-shaped classic sunglasses
A popular style of sunglasses with large lenses.
Examples
- He wore aviator sunglasses and a leather jacket.
- Aviator sunglasses suit her face shape really well.
- I tried on a pair of aviator sunglasses at the store.
Learner examples
- He is wearing aviator sunglasses.
- I want aviator sunglasses.
cat-eye sunglasses
1/kˈæt ˈaɪ sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/
fixed phrase
sunglasses with upswept corners
Sunglasses that point up at the corners.
Examples
- Cat-eye sunglasses give the outfit a retro look.
- She tried on several pairs of cat-eye sunglasses.
- Cat-eye sunglasses are popular again this year.
Learner examples
- She is wearing cat-eye sunglasses.
mirrored sunglasses
1/mˈɪɹɚd sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/
fixed phrase
sunglasses with reflective lenses
Sunglasses with shiny, reflective lenses.
Examples
- She wore mirrored sunglasses that reflected the whole beach.
- Mirrored sunglasses can feel more comfortable in very bright sun.
- He bought mirrored sunglasses with blue lenses.
Learner examples
- Her mirrored sunglasses are very shiny.
polarized sunglasses
1/pˈoʊlɚˌaɪzd sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/
fixed phrase
sunglasses that cut glare
Sunglasses that make bright reflections less strong.
Examples
- Polarized sunglasses help a lot when I’m driving into the sun.
- He bought polarized sunglasses for fishing.
- With polarized sunglasses, the glare off the water is much less.
Learner examples
- I use polarized sunglasses when I drive.
- Polarized sunglasses help in bright light.
polarized sunglasses
1/pˈoʊlɚˌaɪzd sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/
fixed phrase
sunglasses that reduce glare
Sunglasses that reduce bright glare, especially from water, roads, or snow.
Examples
- Polarized sunglasses make it easier to see while driving on a bright day.
- Fishermen often wear polarized sunglasses because they reduce glare on the water.
- These polarized sunglasses are useful for skiing and other outdoor sports.
Learner examples
- I bought polarized sunglasses for driving.
- Polarized sunglasses reduce glare.
prescription sunglasses
1/pɹəskɹˈɪpʃən sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/
fixed phrase
sunglasses with vision correction
Sunglasses that also help you see better.
Examples
- I wear prescription sunglasses because I can’t see well without glasses.
- She ordered prescription sunglasses online after her eye exam.
- Prescription sunglasses are expensive, but they’re worth it for me.
Learner examples
- I need prescription sunglasses.
- He wears prescription sunglasses outside.
wraparound sunglasses
1/ɹˈæpˈɑɹˈaʊnd sˈʌŋɡlˌæsɪz/
fixed phrase
sunglasses that curve around
Sunglasses that curve around your face.
Examples
- Cyclists often wear wraparound sunglasses to protect their eyes from wind.
- These wraparound sunglasses block light from the sides.
- He prefers wraparound sunglasses when hiking.
Learner examples
- I wear wraparound sunglasses when I bike.