Latin Word of the Day — 3rd of Mar, 2026
lumen
/LU-men/ • noun
light
lumen
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Examples
Lumen solis calidum est.
The light of the sun is warm.
In tenebris lumen quaerimus.
We seek light in the darkness.
Hic locus plenum lumen habet.
This place has plenty of light.
Synonyms
lux
illuminatio
Usage
Commonly used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, 'lumen' can refer to physical light sources or be used to describe enlightenment or clarity in ideas.