lichtempfindlich
light-sensitive, photosensitive
English translations
- 01
light-sensitive
- 02
photosensitive
Word details
- German meaning
- Empfindlich gegenüber Licht, reagiert auf Licht.
- English meaning
- photosensitive
- Synonym
- photosensibel
- German example
- Diese Chemikalie ist lichtempfindlich.
- English example
- This chemical is photosensitive.
Related words
- Netzhaut
The retina is the light-sensitive layer in the eye that captures images and transmits them to the brain.
- Silberbromid
Silver bromide
- Fotopapier
Photographic paper
- Silberhalogenid
Silver halide
- Fotodiode
Photodiode
- Sehstäbchen
Rod cells
- Migräne
migraine
Example sentences with “lichtempfindlich”
Dieser Film ist sehr lichtempfindlich. (This film is very light-sensitive.)
Frequently asked questions
How do you use 'lichtempfindlich' in a medical context?
It can describe eyes or skin that react strongly to bright light (photophobia).