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incense

/ˈɪnsens/

CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5447 in the learning path

香;熏香

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Definitions

n. a substance burned to produce a pleasant smell

香;熏香

Example

A thin trail of smoke rose from the incense.

一缕轻烟从熏香上缓缓升起。

Burning incense indoors can affect air quality, particularly in small rooms with inadequate ventilation.

在室内焚香可能影响空气质量,尤其是在通风不足的小房间里。

Collocations

  • burn incense
  • incense sticks
  • incense burner

Usage tip

名词重音在前;同形动词重音在后,意为激怒。

FAQ

What does incense mean?
a substance burned to produce a pleasant smell
How is incense pronounced?
UK /ˈɪnsens/, US /ˈɪnsens/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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