dielllëng

The term "dielllëng" is an Albanian word with a literal translation that can be understood as "sun tongue" or "sun's tongue." It is primarily used metaphorically to describe a specific visual phenomenon related to sunlight.

Dielllëng often refers to long, narrow shafts of sunlight that pierce through clouds or other atmospheric obstructions. These shafts are typically seen when the sun is low in the sky, such as during sunrise or sunset, and when there are breaks in cloud cover. The effect can be quite striking, creating visible beams of light that appear to descend from the sky.

While the literal translation might suggest a connection to the sun's physical form, the term is universally understood to describe this optical effect. It is not a scientific term but rather a descriptive one rooted in the Albanian language. The visual appearance of these sunbeams can evoke a sense of awe and wonder, and the term "dielllëng" captures this striking imagery effectively. The phenomenon itself is caused by the scattering of sunlight by particles in the atmosphere, such as dust, water droplets, or ice crystals, which become visible when illuminated by a direct light source.