因為晚上停電，家裡於是點起蠟燭照明。
Because the power went out at night, the family then lit candles for illumination.
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Example sentences
颱風來臨前要準備蠟燭，以防斷電。
台风来临前要准备蜡烛，以防断电。
Before a typhoon comes, you should prepare candles in case of a power outage.
他點燃了生日蛋糕上的蠟燭。
He lit the candles on the birthday cake.
他用火柴點燃了蠟燭。
He used a match to light the candle.
Usage Notes
A candle is a source of light that typically consists of a wick embedded in wax.
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