Specks: meaning, definitions and examples

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specks

 

[ speks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

small particles

Specks refer to tiny specks or particles of something, usually dirt, dust, or other small substances.

Synonyms

dots, flecks, particles, spots

Examples of usage

  • She wiped the specks of dust off the table.
  • There were specks of dirt on his shoes.
  • The clean windows revealed specks of grime in the corners.
  • The scientist observed specks of bacteria under the microscope.
  • The cake was decorated with colorful specks of sugar.
Context #2 | Noun

small marks

Specks can also refer to small marks or spots on a surface.

Synonyms

blemishes, marks, spots, stains

Examples of usage

  • Her white dress had specks of mud on it.
  • The painting had specks of paint splattered across it.
  • The chef noticed specks of sauce on the clean plates.
  • The old photograph had specks of mold on the edges.
  • The wooden table had specks of water rings from glasses.

Translations

Translations of the word "specks" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manchas

🇮🇳 दाग

🇩🇪 Flecken

🇮🇩 noda

🇺🇦 плями

🇵🇱 plamy

🇯🇵 しみ

🇫🇷 taches

🇪🇸 manchas

🇹🇷 lekeler

🇰🇷 얼룩

🇸🇦 بقع

🇨🇿 skvrny

🇸🇰 škvrny

🇨🇳 斑点

🇸🇮 madeži

🇮🇸 blettir

🇰🇿 дақтар

🇬🇪 ლაქები

🇦🇿 ləklər

🇲🇽 manchas

Word origin

The word 'specks' originates from Middle English 'specke', which is related to Old High German 'spehhan' meaning 'to spy'. Over time, the term evolved to refer to small particles or marks. 'Specks' is commonly used in English to describe tiny particles or marks that are visible but often insignificant in size.

See also: speck, speckle, speckled, speckles, speckling.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,008, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.