薫たく

godan verb (-ku), transitive verb

burn incense; burn (fragrant substance)

Primarily used for burning incense or aromatic woods; not a general word for burning things. The more common verb 焚く (たく) covers burning fuel, fires, etc.

See also: 焚く (たく)

• 仏ぶつ壇だんで線せん香こうを薫たく。

  I burn incense sticks at the Buddhist altar.

• 部屋へやに香こうを薫たいて、リラックスする。

  I burn incense in the room and relax.