Bubbles: meaning, definitions and examples

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bubbles

[ ˈbʌbəlz ]

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in a liquid

A thin sphere of liquid enclosing air or another gas.

Synonyms

droplet, globule, sphere

Examples of usage

The children were blowing bubbles in the garden.
She watched the bubbles rise to the surface of the water.

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in a drink

A glass of sparkling wine.

Synonyms

effervescence, fizz, sparkle

Examples of usage

She ordered a glass of champagne with bubbles.
He prefers his soda with extra bubbles.

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emotional state

To be lively and enthusiastic.

Synonyms

buzz, sparkle, vibrate

Examples of usage

She was bubbling with excitement.
The party bubbled with laughter and conversation.

Translations

Translations of the word "bubbles" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bolhas

🇮🇳 बुलबुले

🇩🇪 Blasen

🇮🇩 gelembung

🇺🇦 бульбашки

🇵🇱 bąbelki

🇯🇵 泡 (awa)

🇫🇷 bulles

🇪🇸 burbujas

🇹🇷 kabarcıklar

🇰🇷 거품 (geopum)

🇸🇦 فقاعات (fuqā‘āt)

🇨🇿 bubliny

🇸🇰 bubliny

🇨🇳 气泡 (qìpào)

🇸🇮 mehurčki

🇮🇸 kúlur

🇰🇿 көпіршіктер

🇬🇪 ბუშტები

🇦🇿 köpüklər

🇲🇽 burbujas

Word origin

The word 'bubbles' originated from the Middle English word 'bobel', which meant a small swelling or rounded body. It has been used in various contexts, from describing spherical liquid formations to the effervescence in drinks. The verb form of 'bubbles' to express liveliness and enthusiasm emerged later in the English language. Overall, 'bubbles' has a playful and light-hearted connotation, often associated with joy and fun.