VocabJLPT N4
to burn
Ichidan VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to burn
  2. 2. to get fired up
This verb means to burn or to be on fire, describing the process of something catching flames and burning. It can also be used metaphorically to express that someone is fired up, passionate, or highly motivated about something.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Oh wow, so this is what it feels like to have your heart on fire!

Sentence 2

So, fire needs air to burn, right?

Sentence 3

Why am I the only one who burns this bright for my job?

Sentence 4

She laughed and said, "Love is supposed to burn, isn't it."

Sentence 5

"The fire's burning — don't get close!" my dad shouted.