sparkling

• Descreve algo que brilha com pequenos lampejos de luz, ou uma bebida que solta bolhas; também é usado em sentido figurado para descrever algo vivo e brilhante.

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.

   Brilhante

   • 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.

   Sinônimosflashinggleamingglimmeringglintingglisteningglitteringscintillatingtwinkling

   Antônimosdarkdimdullmatte

2. Effervescent drinkB1formal

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

   Espumante

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

   Sinônimosaeratedbubblycarbonatedeffervescentfizzy

   Antônimosflatstill

• Substantivo que designa o ato ou efeito de soltar faíscas, cintilar ou brilhar com pequenos lampejos; também pode indicar uma breve centelha ou lampejo.

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.

   Cintilação

   • 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.

   Sinônimosflashflickergleamglintglittershimmersparktwinkle

• Verbo usado para indicar o ato de brilhar com luz cintilante ou refletida, ou para expressar vivacidade e energia.

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.

   Brilhar

   • 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.

   Sinônimosflashgleamglimmerglintglistenglittershimmertwinkle

2. Be lively or brilliantB2formal

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

   Brilhar

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

   Sinônimoscoruscatedazzleeffervesceglitterscintillateshinetwinkle

3. Emit sparksB1formal

   To produce small, bright flashes of light or fire.

   Faiscar

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

   Sinônimoscoruscateflashglitterscintillatesparktwinkle

4. Become bubbly or frothyB1formal

   To produce bubbles or foam, often used for liquids.

   Formar espuma

   • 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.

   Sinônimosbubbleeffervescefizzfoamfroth