Pronunciation

/spɑːk(ə)l/

Definitions

Noun

A noun referring to a bright, shining quality or the act of shining, giving off light or光彩.

• Example: The diamonds sparkled in the sunlight.
• Synonyms: brilliance, radiance, glow, shimmer, glitter

Verb

To emit light or produce a sparkling effect; to shine with a bright, lively quality.

• Example: The fireworks sparkled across the night sky.
• Synonyms: twinkle, gleam, shimmer, glisten, dance

Adjective

Characterized by or producing a sparkling appearance, especially due to light reflection.

• Example: Her eyes sparkled with excitement.
• Synonyms: brilliant, radiant, luminous, sparkling, vivacious

Adverb

In a sparkling manner; brightly and energetically.

• Example: She danced with a sparkle in her step.
• Synonym: brightly

Phrases

• “Sparkle with joy” describes a radiant expression of happiness.
• “Sparkle like a star” is used to compare someone’s beauty or brightness.
• “Sparkle in the dark” signifies a source of light or hope in difficult circumstances.

Example Sentences

• Noun: The silverware sparkled on the table under the chandelier.
• Verb: She spent hours polishing her car to make it sparkle anew.
• Adjective: His eyes sparkled with enthusiasm for the project.

Synonyms

• Shine
• Gleam
• Glow
• Sparkle
• Shine brightly
• Radiate light
• Dazzle
• Glittering
• Lustrous