Pronunciation

/ˈbɜːrn/

Definitions

Noun

• 1 (noun): The act of causing heat or light to come from a fuel or material, typically by applying heat or friction. Example: “The wood was burning brightly in the fireplace.”
• 2 (noun): A mark or discoloration on the skin caused by heat, chemicals, or radiation. Example: “She has a burn from touching the hot pan.”
• 3 (noun): A sensation of intense heat or discomfort. Example: “The burn of embarrassment after a public mistake.”

Verb

• 1 (verb): To cause to be consumed by fire, heat, or a chemical reaction. Example: “The chef carefully burned the onions until they caramelized.”
• 2 (verb): To damage or destroy (a material) by heat, as in a manufacturing process. Example: “The paper will burn easily if exposed to flame.”
• 3 (verb): To express strong emotion, such as anger or frustration. Example: “His words really burned her.”

Adjective

• 1 (adjective): Experiencing or producing heat or inflammation. Example: “A burnt tongue from eating too hot peppers.”
• 2 (adjective): Marked by a scar or discoloration from heat or a chemical reaction. Example: “A burnt patch on her arm from a sunburn.”

Adverb

• (adverb): With intense heat or intensity. Example: “She burned quickly, finishing the task in no time.”

Phrases

• “Feel the burn” refers to the physical exertion or discomfort during exercise.
• “The burn of defeat” describes the emotional pain after a loss.
• “Don’t burn your fingers” is a warning to avoid getting too close to a hot surface.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The candle’s flame was burning steadily.”
• Verb: “The chef carefully burned the steak to perfection.”
• Adjective: “Her skin was burnt red from the sun.”
• Adverb: “He felt the burn in his muscles as he pushed harder.”

Synonyms

• Scorch
• Roast -焦灼
• Illuminate
• Melt
• Sting
• Irritate (in the sense of causing discomfort)