Entbrennen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Entbrennen" is used as verb with the meaning of "break out", "ignite" or "flare up".

Essential properties of "entbrennen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: entbrennen
Simple past: entbrannte
Participle: entbrannt

irregularintransitive

Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "entbrennen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To ignite or break out (figuratively)"

Definition: "To begin to burn or ignite, especially in a figurative sense."
Translation(s): break out, ignite, flare up, erupt
Synonym(s): aufflammen, ausbrechen
Antonym(s): erlöschen, abkühlen
Related word(s): brennen, entzünden

📝 Some usage examples:

Ein Streit kann schnell entbrennen.A dispute can quickly break out.
Die Diskussion entbrannte nach der Präsentation.The discussion flared up after the presentation.
Ein heftiger Konflikt entbrannte zwischen den Parteien.A fierce conflict erupted between the parties.

2.) "To awaken an intense feeling"

Definition: "To awaken or arise an intense feeling, such as love or passion."
Translation(s): arise, awaken, kindle, ignite
Synonym(s): aufkeimen, entflammen
Antonym(s): erlöschen, abflauen
Related word(s): lieben, fühlen

📝 Some usage examples:

Zwischen ihnen entbrannte eine leidenschaftliche Liebe.A passionate love ignited between them.
In ihm entbrannte ein starkes Verlangen.A strong desire arose within him.
Eine neue Hoffnung entbrannte in ihrem Herzen.A new hope kindled in her heart.

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