Translation and Meaning of: 燃える - moeru
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 燃える (moeru) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: moeru
Kana: もえる
Type: verb
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Translation / Meaning: burn
Meaning in English: to burn
Definition: Burn with flame or fire.
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Explanation and Etymology - (燃える) moeru
The expression 「燃える」 (moeru) is a Japanese verb that means "to burn" or "to flame." This term is widely used in contexts related to fire, combustion, or any type of flame. The word is composed of two main elements: the kanji 「燃」, which carries the meaning of "burn," and the verbal suffix 「える」, which denotes an action or process. The radical of「燃」 is 「火」, which means "fire," and significantly contributes to its overall meaning of combustion.
The origin of the verb 「燃える」 can be traced back to ancient Japan, where fire played a vital role in survival and was a central element in religious rituals and daily activities. Like many Japanese words, its etymology is deeply linked to the needs and developments of society over time. The reverence and respect for fire is reflected in the wealth of vocabulary associated with the heat and light it generates.
In the modern context, 「燃える」 is not limited to meaning just the physical action of something burning in flames. The expression is also used figuratively to describe a strong feeling of passion or enthusiasm. For example, a person can "burn" with passion for a hobby, an idea, or a cause. This metaphorical use of the verb adds layers to the understanding of the term, extending its applicability to emotional and psychological areas.
Linguistic Variations and Use
- 「燃やす」 (moyasu): Used to indicate the act of making something burn actively, like in "to light a campfire."
- 「燃え尽きる」 (moetsukiru): Translated as "burn out completely," referring to the complete exhaustion of energy or resources.
- 「燃え上がる」 (moeagaru): Means "to blaze up", typically used when the flames become more intense or when the passion for something grows rapidly.
The understanding of 「燃える」 in its multiple forms and applications provides a richer and more diverse view of the Japanese language. This particular verb exemplifies the beauty and complexity of the language, both in its literal and figurative forms. Whether in everyday use or in poetic and literary narratives, 「燃える」 remains a word full of liveliness and meaning.
Verbal conjugation of 燃える
See below a small list of verb conjugations: 燃える (moeru)
- 燃えます - Polite form
- 燃えない - negative
- 燃えなかった - negative past
- 燃えないでください - negative imperative
Synonyms and similar words
- 燃やす (Moyasu) - Burn, incinerate something.
- 焼ける (Yakeru) - To burn oneself, to be burned (in relation to something that is on fire).
- 焼く (Yaku) - Grill, broil, deliberately burn (usually food).
- 焼失する (Yakushitsu suru) - Lose by fire, be destroyed by flames.
- 燃焼する (Nenshō suru) - Carry out combustion, burn (chemical process).
- 燃え上がる (Moeagaru) - Burn intensely, burn vigorously, usually referring to fire.
- 燃料として使う (Nenryō to shite tsukau) - Use as fuel.
- 燃料にする (Nenryō ni suru) - Transform into fuel.
- 燃やして破壊する (Moyashite hakai suru) - Destroy by burning.
- 燃え盛る (Moesasaru) - Burn intensely, in high and vibrant flames.
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: もえる moeru
How to Write in Japanese - (燃える) moeru
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (燃える) moeru:
Example Sentences - (燃える) moeru
Below are some example sentences:
Moeru ki no kaori ga tadayou
The burning wood aroma is in the air.
The perfume of wood burning.
- 燃える - burn
- 木 - wood
- の - possession particle
- 香り - aroma
- が - subject particle
- 漂う - float, hover
Taiyou ga moeru you ni yakeru
Burns like the sun.
The sun burns as it burns.
- 太陽 (taiyou) - sun
- が (ga) - subject particle
- 燃える (moeru) - burn
- ように (youni) - as, in the same way as
- 焼ける (yakeru) - be burned
Honoo wa moeru you ni utsukushii
The flame is as beautiful as fiery.
- 炎 (honoo) - means "flame" or "fire"
- は (wa) - grammatical particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- 燃える (moeru) - verb that means "to burn" or "to blaze"
- ように (you ni) - expression that indicates the form or manner of something
- 美しい (utsukushii) - adjective meaning "beautiful" or "beautiful"
Chirigami wa moeyasui desu
Chirigami is highly flammable.
Dust paper is easy to burn.
- 塵紙 (jinkami) - wastepaper
- は (wa) - topic particle
- 燃えやすい (moe yasui) - easy to burn
- です (desu) - verb "to be" in polite form
Watashi no jōnetsu wa eien ni moetsuzukeru
My passion will continue to burn forever.
My passion continues to burn forever.
- 私 - personal pronoun meaning "I" in Japanese
- の - particle indicating possession, equivalent to "meu" in Portuguese
- 情熱 - noun meaning "passion" or "enthusiasm"
- は - particle indicating the topic of the sentence, equivalent to "about" in Portuguese
- 永遠に - adverb meaning "forever" or "eternally"
- 燃え続ける - compound verb meaning "to keep burning" or "to keep burning"
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