noun
Refers to light as illumination, such as from a lamp, the sun, or a device. Common in compound words like ライトアップ.
部屋のライトをつけてください。
Please turn on the light in the room.
スマホのライトで足元を照らした。
I lit up my feet with my smartphone's light.
na-adjective, noun
Describes something that is light in color, taste, texture, or tone. Used for food, drinks, colors, and entertainment. Often appears as a na-adjective.
このケーキはライトな甘さで食べやすい。
This cake has a light sweetness and is easy to eat.
ライトな色の服が好きです。
I like clothes in light colors.
彼の話はいつもライトで聞きやすい。
His stories are always light and easy to listen to.