sindi
síndì with stress marks
the flame of a candle; to kindle or light up
Usage Note
Sindi refers to the act of lighting or igniting something — most commonly a candle, lamp, or fire. It is used in both religious and domestic contexts. Figuratively, it can describe the kindling of emotion or passion.
Examples
" Pakisindi ang kandila. "
Natural Translation
Please light the candle.
Literal Translation
Please-light the candle.
" Kailangan natin ng sindi para sa kandila. "
Natural Translation
We need a flame for the candle.
Literal Translation
Need we of flame for candle.
" Tuwing magsisindi ako ng kandila sa simbahan, naaalala ko ang lola kong matagal nang yumao. "
Natural Translation
Whenever I light a candle in church, I remember my grandmother who passed away long ago.
Literal Translation
Every-time will-light I of candle in church, remember I the grandmother my long-time already died.
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