Crackling: meaning, definitions and examples
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crackling
[ หkrรฆk.lษชล ]
sound
A series of short, sharp noises or a sudden increase in volume, often used to describe the sound of something breaking or snapping.
Synonyms
crack, popping, snap, snapping.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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| crackling |
Often describes the sound of something small and dry breaking or burning. Commonly used to describe the sound of a fire or static noise.
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| popping |
Describes a series of small explosive sounds, often used with foods like popcorn or small bursts of noises.
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| snapping |
Similar to 'snap' but emphasizes continuous or multiple sharp sounds, often associated with irritation or quick actions.
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| crack |
Refers to a sharp, sudden sound often caused by a rapid break or split. Also used to describe physical breaks or openings.
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| snap |
Describes a sharp, sudden breaking sound, typically associated with something thin breaking cleanly. It can also describe quick movements or actions.
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Examples of usage
- The crackling of the fire in the fireplace was soothing.
- I could hear the crackling of the leaves under my feet as I walked through the forest.
food
A crispy, fried or roasted piece of pork skin, often served as a snack or used to add texture and flavor to dishes.
Synonyms
crackling pork skin, crispy pork skin, pork crackling.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| crackling |
Generally used to describe the sharp, popping sound something makes when it's cooked or burns. It can refer to the sound of firewood or certain types of food when they cook.
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| crispy pork skin |
Used to highlight the texture of the pork skin when it has been cooked until it is both crunchy and brittle. Commonly used in culinary contexts to emphasize texture.
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| pork crackling |
Also refers to well-cooked, crispy pork skin, often used interchangeably with 'crackling pork skin'. Commonly used in describing a specific part or topping of a pork dish.
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| crackling pork skin |
Specifically used to describe the crispy, well-cooked skin from pork. Generally used in culinary contexts.
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Examples of usage
- I love the crackling on top of the roast pork.
- The crackling on the pork belly was perfectly crispy.
sound
Making a series of short, sharp noises, like the sound of something breaking or snapping.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
|---|---|
| crackling |
Used to describe a series of small, sharp sounds, often associated with something being consumed or breaking. Frequently associated with the sound of a fire or the texture of food.
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Examples of usage
- The crackling fire filled the room with warmth.
- The crackling thunderstorm kept me awake all night.
Translations
Translations of the word "crackling" in other languages:
๐ต๐น estalido
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Knistern
๐ฎ๐ฉ keretakan
๐บ๐ฆ ััััะบะพััะฝะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ trzaskanie
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใใ้ณ
๐ซ๐ท grรฉsillement
๐ช๐ธ crepitaciรณn
๐น๐ท รงatฤฑrtฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ํํ ์๋ฆฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุทูุทูุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ praskรกnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ praskanie
๐จ๐ณ ๅผๅชๅฃฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ pokanje
๐ฎ๐ธ brak
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัััััะปะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แฎแ แแจแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ cฤฑrtlama
๐ฒ๐ฝ crepitaciรณn
Etymology
The word 'crackling' originated from the Middle English word 'crakelen', which meant to make a series of sharp noises. It has been used to describe both sounds and food, with its onomatopoeic nature capturing the essence of crispiness and sudden noises.
See also: crack, cracked, cracker, crackers, cracking, crackle, crackly.