Zoeken
to light up
[phrase form: light]
01
verlichten, aansteken
to make something bright by means of color or light
Transitive: to light up sth
Example
The artist 's bold use of color lit up the canvas, creating a vibrant and expressive work of art.
The sunrise painted the sky with hues of orange, pink, and purple, lighting up the world with a new day 's promise.
The Christmas tree lights twinkled brightly, lighting up the living room with a warm, festive glow.
1.1
oplichten, verlichten
to become bright by means of color or light
Intransitive
Example
The night sky lit up with New Year ’s fireworks.
The stage lit up as the spotlight shone on the lead actor, ready for her big entrance.
The night sky lit up with a dazzling display of stars and the ethereal glow of the moon.
02
ontsteken, in brand steken
to begin burning, producing visible flames and releasing heat
Intransitive
Example
The match lit up with a quick burst of flame.
The dry wood lit up easily in the fireplace.
The dry leaves lit up quickly in the bonfire.
2.1
in brand steken, verlichten
to cause something to start burning brightly
Transitive: to light up sth
Example
The match lights up the paper quickly.
They lit up the fire with a match.
The campers were lighting up their lanterns so they could see in the dark.
03
aansteken, roken
to start smoking a cigarette
Transitive: to light up a cigarette
Example
The social smoker lit up a cigarette after dinner, joining in the conversation with friends.
The group of friends gathered outside, each lighting up a cigar and exchanging stories under the dim streetlights.
04
oplichten, stralen
to show happiness or excitement through a noticeable change in one's facial expression or demeanor
Intransitive
Example
Her face lights up with joy whenever she sees her grandchildren.
I ca n't wait to see her face light up when she receives the news.
Her eyes lit up as she read the good news.
4.1
verlichten, opvrolijken
to bring liveliness, joy, or happiness to someone's expression
Transitive: to light up someone's expression
Example
The heartfelt compliment from her friend lit up her eyes with gratitude.
The surprise announcement of a promotion lit up his face with pure joy.
As the children entered the room, the sight of the beautifully decorated Christmas tree lit up their faces.
Voorbeeld
The artist's bold use of color lit up the canvas, creating a vibrant and expressive work of art.
The sunrise painted the sky with hues of orange, pink, and purple, lighting up the world with a new day's promise.
The Christmas tree lights twinkled brightly, lighting up the living room with a warm, festive glow.
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