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Meanings of Twinkle

Verb

  • To shine with a flickering light; to glimmer.
  • To be bright with delight (like eyes).
  • To blink or wink the eyes.
  • To move quickly back and forth.

Noun

  • A sparkle or glimmer of light
  • A sparkle of delight in the eyes.
  • A brief moment; a twinkling.

Explanation of the word: Twinkle

Twinkle is when something shines brightly and then dims a little, like how stars look when you see them at night.

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Related Words

sparkle glimmer glow moon

Translations for the word: Twinkle

hindi
ट्विंकल

twinkle

चमकना

chamakna

झिलमिलाना

jhilmilana

   

Synonyms for the word: Twinkle

glimmer sparkle

Sample Sentences

  • The stars twinkle when it is dark.
  • She has a twinkle of joy in her smile.
  • The diamond ring has a twinkle to it.
  • At night, the moon can twinkle too.
  • The fairy lights twinkle in the garden.

Mini Blog for the word: Twinkle

✨ A Night Full of Wishes ✨

In the night sky, stars twinkle like tiny diamonds! Just imagine, each twinkle is a little star saying, "Hello!" to you.

When you look up, you can make a wish on the brightest star. What would you wish for? Maybe a new bike or a pet puppy?

Twinkling stars remind us that magic is all around us, especially when we believe. So, next time you see the stars, remember to wave back and share your dreams.

Who knows? They might just come true! Keep dreaming and twinkling, little star!

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Twinkle

What does 'twinkle' mean?
The word 'twinkle' means to shine with a flickering or sparkling light, like stars in the night sky.
How do you pronounce 'twinkle'?
You pronounce 'twinkle' like this: twin-kul.
What is the origin of the word 'twinkle'?
The word 'twinkle' comes from the Old English word 'twincian', which means to wink or to blink.
What is the meaning of 'twinkle' in Hindi?
The word 'twinkle' in Hindi is 'चमकना' (Chamaknā).
What is the meaning of 'twinkle' in Kannada?
The word 'twinkle' in Kannada is 'ಚಮಕುವುದು' (Chamakuvudu).

Facts, Proverbs and Quotes about the word: Twinkle

Fact: Stars twinkle because their light passes through Earth's atmosphere, which bends the light.
Proverb: A star may twinkle, but it still shines bright. (This means that even if things seem small or weak, they can still be important.)
Quote: "Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are!" - Jane Taylor