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点火
diǎnhuǒ
Description
“点火”的意思是把火点着，比如点蜡烛、点炉子。
"点火" means to light a fire, such as lighting a candle or a stove.
它也可以用在汽车或火箭上，表示发动机开始工作。
It can also be used for cars or rockets, meaning the engine starts working.
Meanings
点火diǎnhuǒ
to light a fire; ignite
他用火柴点火。
He lit the fire with a match.
点火diǎnhuǒ
ignition (of an engine)
火箭发射前要先点火。
The rocket must be ignited before launch.
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Notes
- Etymology
点 (to light) + 火 (fire).
- Nuance
点火 often means igniting an engine or literal fire; 点燃 is broader.
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