Kerzenlicht

candlelight

noun KER-tsen-likht Rare

Also means

light of a candle

Usage Note

Kerzenlicht is the warm, atmospheric light produced by candles. Used as a mass noun (no plural in common use). Common in German homes especially in winter and during Advent; candles are deeply embedded in German domestic culture.

Examples

"Die Familie aß beim Kerzenlicht zu Abend."

Natural Translation

The family had dinner by candlelight.

Literal Translation

The family ate in the evening by candle-light.

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