sparkling

• Beschreibt etwas, das mit kleinen Lichtblitzen glänzt, oder ein Getränk, das sprudelt; wird auch übertragen für etwas Lebendiges und Glanzvolles verwendet.

Describes something that shines with small flashes of light, or a drink that is effervescent; also used figuratively to describe something lively and brilliant.

1. Shining with lightA2formal

   Reflecting or emitting small, bright flashes of light, like stars or glitter.

   Funkelnd

   • The sparkling stars lit up the night sky.
   • She wore a sparkling diamond necklace to the gala.
   • The lake was sparkling under the midday sun.

   Synonymeflashinggleamingglimmeringglintingglisteningglitteringscintillatingtwinkling

   Antonymedarkdimdullmatte

2. Effervescent drinkB1formal

   Describing a beverage, especially wine or water, that contains bubbles of carbon dioxide, either naturally or artificially added.

   Sprudelnd

   • We celebrated with a glass of sparkling wine.
   • She prefers sparkling water over still water.
   • The party featured a selection of sparkling beverages.

   Synonymeaeratedbubblycarbonatedeffervescentfizzy

   Antonymeflatstill

• Substantiv, das ein schnelles Wechseln der Helligkeit bezeichnet; kurzes Aufleuchten oder Funkeln.

A noun referring to a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash.

1. Brief flash of lightB2formal

   A rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash.

   Funkeln

   • The sparkling of the diamond caught everyone's eye.
   • A sudden sparkling appeared in the dark sky.
   • The sparkling of the fireflies lit up the garden.

   Synonymeflashflickergleamglintglittershimmersparktwinkle

• Verb, das das Aussenden eines funkelnden, glitzernden oder schimmernden Lichts bezeichnet oder Ausgelassenheit und Lebendigkeit ausdrückt.

A verb used to indicate the act of shining with a flickering or shimmering light, or to express liveliness and vivacity.

1. Reflect brightlyA2formal

   To shine with a flickering or shimmering light; to glitter or glisten.

   Funkeln

   • The diamond sparkled under the bright lights.
   • Her eyes sparkled with joy when she saw the surprise.
   • The morning dew made the grass sparkle in the sunlight.

   Synonymeflashgleamglimmerglintglistenglittershimmertwinkle

2. Be lively or brilliantB2formal

   To be full of energy, wit, or brilliance; to exhibit exceptional talent or charm.

   Funkeln

   • The comedian's performance sparkled with clever jokes.
   • Her conversation sparkled with intelligence and humor.
   • The young pianist's playing sparkled with technical mastery.

   Synonymecoruscatedazzleeffervesceglitterscintillateshinetwinkle

3. Emit sparksB1formal

   To produce small, bright flashes of light or fire.

   Funkeln

   • The campfire sparkled as the wood crackled.
   • The faulty wiring caused the machine to sparkle dangerously.
   • The fireworks sparkled across the night sky.

   Synonymecoruscateflashglitterscintillatesparktwinkle

4. Become bubbly or frothyB1formal

   To produce bubbles or foam, often used for liquids.

   Sprudeln

   • The champagne sparkled as it was poured into the glass.
   • The soda sparkled with tiny bubbles when opened.
   • The sea water sparkled with foam as the waves crashed.

   Synonymebubbleeffervescefizzfoamfroth