strahlen

Strahlen is a German word with multiple related meanings, used as both a verb and a noun. As a verb, strahlen means to beam, to radiate, or to shine. It covers literal emission of light, heat, or other energy from a source, and also figurative emission of warmth, confidence, or happiness. The noun Strahlen is the plural of Strahl and refers to individual rays or beams of light or other radiation, as in Lichtstrahlen or Röntgenstrahlen. The related noun Strahlung denotes radiation as a broader physical phenomenon.

In usage, the verb forms compounds such as ausstrahlen (to emanate or emit), durchstrahlen (to irradiate or pierce through), and überstrahlen (to outshine). The phrase sie strahlt vor Glück illustrates a figurative sense of exuding emotion.

In science and technology, Strahlung encompasses electromagnetic radiation and particle radiation. Common types include Lichtstrahlen, Röntgenstrahlen, Gamma-Strahlen, and Laserstrahlen. Ionisierende Strahlung refers to radiation capable of ionizing matter, with safety regulations governing exposure. Non-ionizing Strahlung includes visible light and radio waves. The field also uses related terms such as Sonnenstrahlen (sun rays) and Strahlenschutz (radiation protection) in contexts ranging from everyday language to technical disciplines.