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How to pronounce “twinkle

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Pronunciation guide for twinkle

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of twinkle with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
World-Renowned CellistI played "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" for--
Definition summary
(of a source of light) To shine with a flickering light; to glimmer.

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How to pronounce twinkle

World-Renowned Cellist

I played "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" for--

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “twinkle

Meaning

  • [Verb]
  • (of a source of light) To shine with a flickering light; to glimmer.
  • (chiefly of eyes) To be bright with delight.
  • To bat, blink or wink the eyes.
  • To flit to and fro.
  • [Noun]
  • A sparkle or glimmer of light.
  • A sparkle of delight in the eyes.
  • A flitting movement.
  • (colloquial) A brief moment; a twinkling.
  • (childish) The female genitalia.

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