輝く

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 輝く, read かがやく, joins the shining stem 輝 with the verb ending く.
• Basic usage: 葉が朝日に輝く means shining with light, while 選手が舞台で輝く means excelling.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Distinguishing meanings
  • The figurative use expresses outstanding ability or appeal rather than literal light.