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Burn down

🇬🇧 UK //bɜːn daʊn// 🇺🇸 US //bɜrn daʊn//

Meaning of Burn down

To destroy a structure or building completely with fire.

In simple words: To completely destroy something with fire.

Burn down in a sentence

• The old factory was so dilapidated that it was finally burned down.
• During the wildfire, many homes were burned down in the region.
• The plan was to burn down the abandoned house to clear the land.
• They accidentally burned down their own shed while trying to start a campfire.
• The ancient library was burned down during the conflict, losing countless manuscripts.
• After years of neglect, the owners decided to burn down the old barn.
• The city's plan to burn down the derelict building was met with protests.
• Firefighters managed to prevent the fire from burning down the rest of the neighborhood.

How to use Burn down

Use 'burn down' primarily for buildings or structures being destroyed by fire. Avoid in formal contexts; in such cases, 'incinerate' might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

burn down + object

Memory hint

Imagine a towering building suddenly engulfed in flames and collapsing into ashes.

Related words

Collocations with Burn down

• burn down a house
• burn down a building
• burn down the forest

Synonyms for Burn down

• incinerate
• destroy
• reduce to ashes
• set ablaze

Common mistakes with Burn down

• Using 'burn down' for small items, like a book or paper.
• Confusing 'burn down' with 'burn out', which means to exhaust or wear out.
• Using in a literal sense when speaking metaphorically (e.g., 'burning down' a task).

Frequently asked questions about Burn down

What does Burn down mean?

To completely destroy something with fire.

What is the definition of Burn down?

To destroy a structure or building completely with fire.

How do you use Burn down in a sentence?

The old factory was so dilapidated that it was finally burned down.

Can you give another example of Burn down?

During the wildfire, many homes were burned down in the region.

What are synonyms for Burn down?

Common alternatives include incinerate, destroy, reduce to ashes, set ablaze.

What words go with Burn down?

It commonly pairs with burn down a house, burn down a building, burn down the forest.

What are common mistakes when using Burn down?

Using 'burn down' for small items, like a book or paper. Confusing 'burn down' with 'burn out', which means to exhaust or wear out. Using in a literal sense when speaking metaphorically (e.g., 'burning down' a task).

How do you pronounce Burn down?

US: //bɜrn daʊn//, UK: //bɜːn daʊn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Burn down?

Use 'burn down' primarily for buildings or structures being destroyed by fire. Avoid in formal contexts; in such cases, 'incinerate' might be more appropriate.