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neon

Pronunciation: [niːɒn]

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Learn how to use neon in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “elements”

(noun) Neon is a gas that is colorless and doesn’t have a smell. It's often used in signs because it glows bright when electricity passes through it. Imagine a glowing sign outside a store.

Example

The neon sign lit up the entire street at night.

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The room was dark and had no neon lights, making it feel dull.

Example

What makes the neon gas glow so brightly in the signs?

Context: “signage”

(noun) Neon refers to bright, colorful signs made from glass tubes filled with the gas neon. These signs are popular in places like restaurants and bars.

Example

The restaurant’s neon sign attracted many customers.

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Without the neon signs, the city looked much less exciting at night.

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How many neon signs have you seen in this city?

Context: “colors”

(adjective) Neon describes very bright colors that seem to glow. These colors are often used in clothes, art, and decorations to stand out.

Example

Her neon pink shirt made her easy to see in the crowd.

Example

The pastel colors looked nice, but they were not as vibrant as the neon colors.

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Do you think neon colors are more fun than regular colors?

How to pronounce neon

Pronunciation: [niːɒn]

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