candles
word · lemma: candle
/ˈkændəɫz/
KAN-duhlz
/kˈændəlz/
KAN-duhlz
Definition
Candles are sticks or containers of wax with a wick inside that produce light when burned. People use them for decoration, religious ceremonies, emergencies, or to create a calm atmosphere.
Usage & Nuances
Usually a countable noun: 'a candle', 'two candles'. Common collocations include 'light a candle', 'blow out a candle', 'scented candles', and 'birthday candles'. Often associated with a warm, romantic, or peaceful mood.
Spanish: velasPortuguese (BR): velasPortuguese (PT): velasChinese (Simplified): 蜡烛Chinese (Traditional): 蠟燭Hindi: मोमबत्तियाँArabic: شموعBengali: মোমবাতিRussian: свечиJapanese: ろうそくVietnamese: nếnKorean: 양초Turkish: mumUrdu: موم بتیاںIndonesian: lilin
Example Sentences
There are three candles on the table.
basic
She lit the candles before dinner.
basic
We need more candles for the birthday cake.
basic
I bought some scented candles to make the room feel cozier.
natural
The power went out, so we had to use candles all night.
natural
Don't forget to blow out the candles before you leave.
natural