World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionaries灯笼
Pronunciation / Transliteration: dēnglóng
"我们带着灯笼照亮道路。"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A portable light source, typically enclosed in a protective case, often used outdoors.
"We carried a lantern to light our way through the dark forest." - 2
A decorative light fixture that is often hung or placed in a prominent location.
"The garden was adorned with colorful lanterns for the festival."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Old French word 'lanterne', which traces back to the Latin 'laterna' and ultimately to the Greek 'lampētēr' meaning torch or light. Historically used to describe any portable light source enclosed in a protective housing, it has evolved to encompass both functional emergency lights and decorative cultural items.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Lantern"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Lantern" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
lanterne
Transliteration: lɑ̃.tʁn
"Nous avons utilisé une lanterne pour éclairer le chemin."
Laterne
Transliteration: laˈtɛʁnə
"Wir haben eine Laterne mitgebracht, um den Weg zu beleuchten."
lanterna
Transliteration: lanˈtɛrna
"Abbiamo portato una lanterna per illuminare il sentiero."
linterna
Transliteration: linˈteɾna
"Llevamos una linterna para iluminar el camino."
lanterna
Transliteration: lɐ̃ˈtʁenɐ
"Trouxemos uma lanterna para iluminar o caminho."
दीपक
Transliteration: dīpak
"हमने रास्ता रोशन करने के लिए दीपक लिया।"
灯笼
Transliteration: dēnglóng
"我们带着灯笼照亮道路。"
랜턴
Transliteration: laenteon
"우리는 길을 밝히기 위해 랜턴을 가져갔습니다."
ランタン
Transliteration: rantan
"私たちは道を照らすためにランタンを持って行きました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Chinese termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Lantern"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.