burn
/bɜːn/ · /bɝːn/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #796 in the learning path
燃烧；烧毁
Definitions
v. To produce flames, or destroy something with fire.
燃烧；烧毁
v. To damage skin or other material through heat.
烧伤；烫伤
n. An injury caused by heat, chemicals, or electricity.
烧伤；烫伤
Example
A small fire burned quietly in the fireplace.
壁炉里，一小团火静静地燃烧着。
Burning fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases, making cleaner energy sources essential for environmental protection.
燃烧化石燃料会释放温室气体，因此清洁能源对环境保护至关重要。
Collocations
- burn fossil fuels
- burn calories
- burn your hand
- a severe burn
Word family
- burning (adj.)
- burner (n.)
- burnt (adj.)
Usage tip
过去式和过去分词可用burnt或burned。
FAQ
- What does burn mean?
- To produce flames, or destroy something with fire. To damage skin or other material through heat. An injury caused by heat, chemicals, or electricity.
- How is burn pronounced?
- UK /bɜːn/, US /bɝːn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
