Meaning & Definition of Kindle in English
English⟶
Kindle
to ignite or cause to ignite
Pronunciation:
/ˈkɪndəl/Part of Speech:
verbDetailed Definitions
Definition: to light or set fire to something
Example Sentence: She used a match to kindle the fire in the fireplace.
Definition: to excite or stir up (an emotion or feeling)
Example Sentence: The speech kindled a sense of hope among the audience.
Definition: to cause to begin burning
Example Sentence: The dry leaves kindled quickly under the sun.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English 'kindlen', from 'kin' + 'dlen', possibly meaning to light up or illuminate.
Synonyms
ignitelightsparkarousestimulate
Common Phrases and Expressions
- kindle one's interest: to spark someone's curiosity or enthusiasm
- kindle a flame: to ignite a passion or emotion
- kindle a fire: to start a fire, literally or metaphorically
Translations
- Spanish: encender
- French: enflammer
- German: entzünden
- Russian: разжигать
Related Words
- ignition: the act of starting a fire or an engine
- flame: a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire
- arouse: to awaken or provoke a feeling or response