Sparklers: meaning, definitions and examples

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sparklers

 

[ ˈspɑːrklər ]

Context #1

celebrations

Sparklers are hand-held fireworks that produce colorful sparks when lit. They are often used during celebrations such as birthdays, weddings, and other special events.

Synonyms

bengal light, catherine wheel, firework

Examples of usage

  • During the Fourth of July celebration, children waved sparklers in the air.
  • At the wedding reception, guests were given sparklers to light up the night.
  • Sparklers are a popular choice for adding a touch of magic to any celebration.

Translations

Translations of the word "sparklers" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estalinhos

🇮🇳 चिंगारी

🇩🇪 Wunderkerzen

🇮🇩 kembang api

🇺🇦 бенгальські вогні

🇵🇱 zimne ognie

🇯🇵 線香花火

🇫🇷 cierges magiques

🇪🇸 bengalas

🇹🇷 maytap

🇰🇷 불꽃놀이

🇸🇦 الألعاب النارية

🇨🇿 prskavky

🇸🇰 prskavky

🇨🇳 烟花棒

🇸🇮 iskrice

🇮🇸 kveikja

🇰🇿 салтанат оттары

🇬🇪 ნაპერწკლები

🇦🇿 məşəl

🇲🇽 luces de bengala

Word origin

The word 'sparkler' originated from the verb 'sparkle' which dates back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Old English word 'spearclian', meaning to emit sparks. Sparklers have been used in celebrations and festivities for centuries, providing a spectacle of light and color.

See also: spark, sparking, sparkle, sparkler, sparkling, sparks.