Poke: meaning, definitions and examples

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poke

[ pəʊk ]

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interact

To poke means to push or jab someone or something quickly, typically with one's finger.

Synonyms

jab, nudge, prod

Examples of usage

She poked me in the ribs to get my attention.
He poked the fire to make it burn brighter.

Translations

Translations of the word "poke" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cutucar

🇮🇳 चुभाना

🇩🇪 stupsen

🇮🇩 menyodok

🇺🇦 тикати

🇵🇱 szturchać

🇯🇵 突く (tsuku)

🇫🇷 pousser

🇪🇸 empujar

🇹🇷 dürtmek

🇰🇷 찌르다 (jjireuda)

🇸🇦 وخز (wakhz)

🇨🇿 šťouchnout

🇸🇰 štuchnúť

🇨🇳 戳 (chuō)

🇸🇮 dregniti

🇮🇸 pikka

🇰🇿 тырнау

🇬🇪 ჩხვლეტა (chkhvleta)

🇦🇿 dürtmək

🇲🇽 empujar

Word origin

The word 'poke' originated from the Middle English word 'poken', which means to thrust or prod. It has been used in English since the 14th century. Over time, the meaning has evolved to include the action of quickly pushing or jabbing someone or something.