burn
Pronunciación: [bɜrn]
Contexto: «physical action»
(verb) to hurt or damage something by fire or heat. This happens when something gets too hot, like when you put your hand on a stove.
Ejemplo
I carefully placed the marshmallow over the fire to burn it just enough for roasting.
Ejemplo
He didn't burn his hand because he moved it away from the hot pan in time.
Ejemplo
What should you do if you accidentally burn yourself?
Contexto: «emotional state»
(verb) to feel a strong emotion, like love or anger. When you are really passionate about something, it can feel like a fire inside you.
Ejemplo
The champion's desire to win burned brightly in his heart during the race.
Ejemplo
She did not burn with excitement when she heard the bad news.
Ejemplo
Can you feel your love for your family burn strong every day?
Contexto: «physical sensation»
(noun) the feeling of pain caused by heat or fire. If you touch something hot, you might feel a burn on your skin.
Ejemplo
She felt a small burn on her finger after touching the hot coffee pot.
Ejemplo
He did not feel any burn after diving into the cool water.
Ejemplo
What should you do if you notice a burn on your skin?
Contexto: «duration or process»
(verb) to stay lit or to keep going with a fire. This describes when a fire continues to produce heat and light for a while.
Ejemplo
The campfire burned brightly throughout the night.
Ejemplo
The fire did not burn well because it was damp and filled with wet wood.
Ejemplo
How long can a fire burn before it goes out?