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    Alluma (en. Turned on)

    a.ly.me

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To set fire to something.
    He lit the fire in the fireplace.
    Il alluma le feu dans la cheminée.
    To make a source of light operational.
    She turned on the lamp before going out.
    Elle alluma la lampe avant de sortir.
    To start a process or activity.
    The computer turned on after I pressed the button.
    L'ordinateur s'alluma après que j'ai appuyé sur le bouton.
    To awaken interest or enthusiasm.
    His speech ignited the audience's enthusiasm.
    Son discours alluma l'enthousiasme du public.

    Etymology

    From the verb allumer, derived from the Latin 'illuminare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a flame
    To light a fire.
    faire une flamme
    to light the wick
    To initiate a process that will lead to something greater.
    allumer la mèche
    to light the stars
    To refer to the act of creating an atmosphere or romanticizing a situation.
    allumer les étoiles

    Related Words

    spark
    A burning particle that erupts during combustion.
    étincelle
    ignition
    The act of lighting, particularly in mechanics.
    allumage
    flame
    The visible product of combustion.
    flamme
    light
    Radiation that allows us to see.
    lumière

    Slang Meanings

    To light a cigarette.
    He lit up his smoke after the meal.
    Il a allumé sa clope après le repas.
    To inspire or motivate someone.
    He sparked a passion for sports in his children.
    Il a allumé la passion pour le sport chez ses enfants.