Definition of candle

candlenoun

nến

/ˈkændl//ˈkændl/

The word "candle" has its roots in Old English. The earliest recorded use of the word "candel" dates back to around 725 AD. It is derived from the Latin word "candere," which means "to shine" or "to give light." This Latin word is also related to the Greek word "kandelon," meaning "lamp." Over time, the spelling of the word evolved to "candle," and its meaning expanded to include a wide range of wax-based lighting sources. Throughout history, the word "candle" has been used to describe various types of lit wax, from tallow candles to the modern soy wax candles we use today. Despite its evolution, the word "candle" remains closely tied to its original purpose: providing light in the darkness.

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Example:
  • I lit a candle to create a cozy ambiance in the living room.

    Tôi thắp một ngọn nến để tạo nên bầu không khí ấm cúng trong phòng khách.

  • Candles flickered around the room as we gathered to celebrate my friend's birthday.

    Những ngọn nến lung linh khắp phòng khi chúng tôi tụ tập để chúc mừng sinh nhật bạn tôi.

  • The candle's soft glow cast a gentle light on the bookshelf.

    Ánh sáng dịu nhẹ của ngọn nến tạo nên một lớp ánh sáng nhẹ nhàng trên giá sách.

  • She used a long lighter to light several candles simultaneously to adorn the dinner table.

    Cô ấy dùng một chiếc bật lửa dài để thắp nhiều ngọn nến cùng lúc để trang trí bàn ăn.

  • The candles on the cake flickered brightly as we blew them out and made wishes.

    Những ngọn nến trên bánh nhấp nháy sáng rực khi chúng tôi thổi tắt và ước nguyện.

  • The scent of the candle's fragrance wafted through the air, making the room smell like a garden in full bloom.

    Mùi hương của nến thoang thoảng trong không khí, khiến căn phòng có mùi như một khu vườn nở rộ.

  • The candles burned with a flickering light as the power went out during the storm.

    Những ngọn nến cháy với ánh sáng nhấp nháy khi mất điện trong cơn bão.

  • She carefully trimmed the wick of the candle to ensure it wouldn't smoke while burning.

    Cô cẩn thận cắt bấc nến để đảm bảo nó không bốc khói khi cháy.

  • We gathered around the Christmas tree, admiring the candles glowing against the decorations.

    Chúng tôi tụ tập quanh cây thông Noel, chiêm ngưỡng những ngọn nến rực rỡ trên nền đồ trang trí.

  • The candle's flickering flame added an ethereal touch to the room as we enjoyed a peaceful moment.

    Ngọn lửa bập bùng của ngọn nến tạo thêm nét thanh thoát cho căn phòng khi chúng tôi tận hưởng khoảnh khắc yên bình.

Related words and phrases

Idioms

burn the candle at both ends
to become very tired by trying to do too many things and going to bed late and getting up early
cannot hold a candle to somebody/something
is not as good as somebody or something else
  • His singing can't hold a candle to Bocelli's.
    • (the game is) not worth the candle
    (old-fashioned, saying)the advantages to be gained from doing something are not great enough, considering the effort or cost involved
  • If the price goes up again, he may decide that the game’s not worth the candle.