Candlelit Meaning in English
word
ˈkændl̩ˌlɪt
KAN-dl-lit
kˈændəllˌɪt
KAN-duhl-it
Definition
Describes a place or scene that is lit by the soft light of candles, often creating a warm or romantic atmosphere.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used as an adjective before nouns like 'dinner', 'room', or 'restaurant'. Associated with romance, relaxation, or intimate gatherings. Rare in everyday conversation; more in writing, ads, or special occasions.
Spanish: iluminado por velasPortuguese (BR): à luz de velasPortuguese (PT): à luz de velasChinese (Simplified): 烛光的Chinese (Traditional): 燭光的Hindi: मोमबत्ती की रोशनी वालाArabic: مضاء بالشموعBengali: মোমবাতির আলোয় আলোকিতRussian: освещённый свечамиJapanese: ろうそくの明かりのVietnamese: thắp nến - dưới ánh nếnKorean: 촛불이 켜진Turkish: mum ışığındaUrdu: موم بتی کی روشنی میںIndonesian: bercahaya lilin
Example Sentences
They had a candlelit dinner at home.
basic
The room was candlelit and peaceful.
basic
We enjoyed music in the candlelit restaurant.
basic
There’s something magical about a candlelit evening on the balcony.
natural
After the storm, the whole street was candlelit because of the power outage.
natural
He proposed to her during a quiet, candlelit picnic in the park.
natural