Translation guide
The English word 'wick' refers to the cord in a candle, lamp, or oil stove that draws up fuel to be burned. This guide covers how to express this concept in Japanese, including related terms for trimming or replacing a wick.
The cord or string in a candle, oil lamp, or similar device that burns and draws up fuel.
The most common and general word for 'wick'. Used for candles, oil lamps, and stoves.
ろうそくの芯が長すぎると、煙が出る。
If the candle wick is too long, it will smoke.
I need to replace the lamp wick.
Specifically a wick for an oil lamp or lantern. Slightly more technical or traditional.
I have to trim the old lamp wick.
The action of cutting or adjusting a wick to ensure proper burning.
The English word 'wick' is not related to the adjective 'wicked' (evil). In Japanese, 'wicked' is 邪悪な (じゃあくな) or 意地悪な (いじわるな).