English Expression · Intermediate
burn out
To destroy by fire
Pronunciation: say burn out
Meaning
To destroy by fire.
Example
The candle finally burned out.
The candle finally burned out.
Practice tips
- Practice burn out out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.