sunshade

• Substantiv für eine Vorrichtung oder Konstruktion, zum Beispiel ein Schirm, eine Markise oder ein Sonnendach, die Schutz vor Sonne oder Regen bietet. Im engeren Sinne bezeichnet es einen tragbaren Schirm zum Schutz gegen Sonnenstrahlung.

A noun referring to a device or structure, such as a canopy or umbrella, used to provide shelter from the sun or rain.

1. Large canopy for shelterB1formal

   A large covering, often made of canvas or similar material, used to provide protection from the sun or rain.

   Sonnenschutz

   • They erected a large sunshade over the patio for the garden party.
   • The market stalls were protected by colorful sunshades.
   • We sat under the sunshade to avoid the intense midday heat.

   Synonymeawningcanopymarqueepavilion

2. Handheld parasol or umbrellaA2informal

   A small, portable device, typically collapsible, used to create a personal area of shade from the sun.

   Sonnenschirm

   • She opened her sunshade to protect her skin from the sun.
   • He carried a small sunshade to the beach.
   • The vendor sold colorful sunshades to tourists.

   Synonymeparasolumbrella