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Gurgle Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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gurgle

[หˆษกษœหrษก(ษ™)l ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

sound

To make a bubbling sound like water does when it is boiling or flowing quickly.

Synonyms

babble, bubble, murmur.

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Word Description / Examples
gurgle

Typically describes a sound made by water flowing quickly in small, uneven amounts or the sound a baby makes. Often has a pleasant or soothing connotation.

  • The stream gurgled gently as it flowed over the rocks.
  • The baby gurgled happily in its crib.
bubble

Describes the sound created when bubbles form and pop in a liquid. Can also metaphorically refer to rising excitement or emotion.

  • The soup on the stove began to bubble as it heated up.
  • Her excitement started to bubble up as she opened the letter.
murmur

Describes a low, continuous sound, often from a group of people talking quietly or something moving gently. Can also describe a soft, gentle sound in nature. Sometimes carries a slightly mysterious or calming tone.

  • A murmur of agreement spread through the audience.
  • The leaves murmured in the gentle breeze.
babble

Refers to incoherent or meaningless talk, or the sound of people talking quickly and excitedly in a way that is difficult to understand. Can also describe the sound of water in a shallow, fast-moving stream.

  • The toddler began to babble as she played with her toys.
  • From the next room, I could hear the babble of voices at the party.

Examples of usage

  • The brook gurgled merrily over the stones.
  • She could hear the water gurgling down the drain.
  • The coffee gurgled in the pot as it brewed.
  • The baby gurgled with laughter.
  • The kettle gurgled as it came to the boil.

Translations

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Origin of 'gurgle'

The word 'gurgle' originates from the Middle English word 'gurglen', which imitates the sound of water flowing. It has been used in English since the 14th century. The term is onomatopoeic, meaning it sounds like the action it describes. Over time, 'gurgle' has become commonly used to describe the bubbling or gurgling sound made by liquids in motion.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,471 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.