thắp
Pronunciation
Northern
/tʰap˧˥/
Central
/tʰa̰p˩˧/
Southern
/tʰap˧˥/
to light
Verb
to light
3 senses
3 meanings
Details
3 senses · 3 meanings
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Details
3 senses · 3 meanings
to light
Sense 1
Verb
to light with fire
Core Actions
To set fire to something like a lamp, torch, or candle to produce light.
vi Cô ấy đang thắp một ngọn nến.
en She is lighting a candle.
to burn incense
Sense 1
Verb
to burn incense
To burn incense as a way of showing respect at an altar or grave.
vi Tôi thường thắp nhang vào mỗi buổi sáng.
en I often burn incense every morning.
to ignite
Sense 1
Verb
to ignite
To start or awaken a strong feeling such as passion, a dream, or hope.
vi Câu chuyện đã thắp lên hy vọng cho nhiều người.
en The story has ignited hope for many people.