candles
Translation
candles
Examples
She put ten candles on the birthday cake.
She put ten candles on the birthday cake.
The power went out, so we lit some candles.
The power went out, so we lit some candles.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a stick of wax with a wick in it He bought some scented candles for the room.
Similar Words
Synonyms: taper, wax light
Etymology
From Latin 'candela' (a light, torch), from 'candere' (to shine).
Memory Tips
Think of a birthday cake with many candles to blow out.