Sparkling: meaning, definitions and examples
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sparkling
[ ˈspɑːrk(ə)lɪŋ ]
describing a drink
giving off or reflecting bright light; shining
Synonyms
glistening, glittering, shining, twinkling
Examples of usage
- The champagne was sparkling in the sunlight.
- The sparkling water looked refreshing.
describing a type of wine
a wine with bubbles of carbon dioxide gas
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She ordered a glass of sparkling wine for the toast.
- Do you prefer red or white sparkling wine?
Translations
Translations of the word "sparkling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 espumante
🇮🇳 चमकता हुआ
🇩🇪 sprudelnd
🇮🇩 berkilau
🇺🇦 іскристий
🇵🇱 musujący
🇯🇵 スパークリング
🇫🇷 pétillant
🇪🇸 espumoso
🇹🇷 kabarcıklı
🇰🇷 거품이 나는
🇸🇦 فوار
🇨🇿 perlivý
🇸🇰 šumivý
🇨🇳 起泡的
🇸🇮 mehurčkast
🇮🇸 krafthar
🇰🇿 көпіршікті
🇬🇪 ბუშტოვანი
🇦🇿 köpüklü
🇲🇽 espumoso
Word origin
The word 'sparkling' originated from the Middle English word 'sparklen', which meant to emit sparks. Over time, the meaning evolved to describe something that gives off bright light or shines. In the context of drinks, 'sparkling' is used to refer to beverages with bubbles, particularly carbonated wines. The term is often associated with celebration and luxury due to its association with champagne and other sparkling wines.
See also: spark, sparking, sparkle, sparkler, sparklers, sparks.