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bubbled

 

[ ˈbʌbld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

The term 'bubbled' is the past tense of the verb 'bubble.' It refers to the action of forming bubbles or the process of effervescence. In a literal sense, it describes how liquids such as water or soda produce bubbles or foam when they are heated or carbonated. Metaphorically, 'bubbled' can also refer to feelings or ideas that emerge or gain prominence, similar to how bubbles rise to the surface.

Synonyms

boiled, effervesced, emerged, foamed

Examples of usage

  • The soup bubbled on the stove.
  • She bubbled with excitement at the news.
  • The children watched as the water bubbled in the pot.
  • The champagne bubbled when poured into the glass.

Translations

Translations of the word "bubbled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 borbulhado

🇮🇳 बुलबुला

🇩🇪 geblubbert

🇮🇩 menggelembung

🇺🇦 бульбашковий

🇵🇱 bąbelkowy

🇯🇵 泡立った

🇫🇷 boulé

🇪🇸 burbujeado

🇹🇷 kabarcıklı

🇰🇷 거품이 난

🇸🇦 مبخر

🇨🇿 bublající

🇸🇰 bublajúci

🇨🇳 冒泡的

🇸🇮 mehurčkast

🇮🇸 bóla

🇰🇿 көбік

🇬🇪 ბუშტიანი

🇦🇿 baloncuklu

🇲🇽 burbujeado

Etymology

The word 'bubble' comes from the Middle English term 'bobble,' which is a diminutive form of 'bob' meaning to move up and down or to bobble on the surface. Its usage can be traced back to the 14th century, where it was likely associated with the appearance of air pockets in liquids. The transition to the verb 'bubbling' suggested action and movement, particularly in relation to boiling water or carbonated beverages. Over the centuries, 'bubble' has evolved in its usage, not only to describe physical occurrences but also metaphorical contexts, such as emotional states or social situations. Today, 'bubbled' is widely recognized in both formal and informal language, reflecting an interaction with both literal and figurative meanings.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,630, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.