ripple

• Substantiv, das eine kleine Welle oder eine Folge von Wellen auf der Oberfläche einer Flüssigkeit bezeichnet, oder in der Elektronik eine kleine Schwingung, die einem Gleichsignal überlagert ist.

A noun referring to a small wave or series of waves on the surface of a liquid, or in electronics, a small oscillation superimposed on a steady signal.

1. Small wave on liquidA2formal

   A small wave or series of waves on the surface of a liquid, often caused by a disturbance.

   Kräuselwelle

   • He threw a stone into the pond and watched the ripples spread.
   • A gentle breeze created ripples on the lake's surface.
   • The fish's movement caused a small ripple in the water.

   Synonymeriffleundulationwavelet

2. Electrical oscillationC1formaltechnical

   A small, unwanted oscillation of voltage or current superimposed on a steady direct current signal.

   Welligkeit

   • The power supply filter reduced the ripple to an acceptable level.
   • Engineers measured the ripple on the DC output line.
   • High ripple can cause noise in sensitive audio equipment.

• Verb, das die Bildung oder Bewegung kleiner Wellen oder Kräuselungen beschreibt, oft auf der Oberfläche von Wasser oder einer ähnlichen Flüssigkeit; auch vom wellenartigen Ausbreiten von etwas (z. B. von Geräuschen oder Gefühlen).

A verb used to describe the action of forming or moving in small waves or undulations, often on a surface of water or a similar medium.

1. B1formal

   To cause a liquid surface to form small waves or undulations.

   Kleine Wellen erzeugen

   • The wind rippled the surface of the lake.
   • A stone thrown into the pond rippled the water.
   • Her fingers rippled the water as she trailed them in the stream.

   Synonymeruffleundulatewave

2. Flow with a murmuring soundB2formal

   To flow or move with a gentle, irregular, bubbling noise.

   Murmeln (Wasser)

   • The brook rippled over the pebbles.
   • Water rippled softly against the boat's hull.
   • The stream rippled through the forest, creating a peaceful sound.

   Synonymebabblebubbleburblegurglemurmur