No. 14,560 in German
leuchtende
"Leuchtende" means "shining" or "bright" in English.
In a sentence
Die leuchtende Sonne ging langsam unter.
The radiant sun set slowly.
Here, "leuchtende" is used as an adjective describing "Sonne" (sun), indicating that the sun emits bright light.
Ich habe eine leuchtende Idee für das Projekt gefunden.
I found an illuminating idea for the project.
In this sentence, "leuchtende" modifies "Idee" (idea), metaphorically describing the idea as brilliant or inspiring.
Die leuchtenden Farben des Bildes zogen die Aufmerksamkeit auf sich.
The bright colors of the painting drew attention.
"Leuchtenden" here is an adjective describing "Farben" (colors), indicating that the colors are vivid and bright.
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