set on fire

• Mettre le feu à quelque chose, le faire brûler. Peut aussi être utilisé au sens figuré pour dire exciter ou inspirer fortement quelqu'un.

To cause something to begin burning, or to ignite it. Can also be used figuratively to mean to excite or inspire someone intensely.

1. Ignite or cause to burnB1formal

   To cause something to start burning.

   mettre le feu à

   • The arsonist set the building on fire.
   • He accidentally set the curtains on fire with a candle.
   • The campers set the logs on fire to keep warm.

2. Arouse strong emotionB2informal

   To cause someone to become very excited, passionate, or angry.

   Enflammer

   • Her speech set the crowd on fire with enthusiasm.
   • The coach's pep talk set the team on fire.
   • The controversial article set social media on fire.