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crackle

UK
/ˈkræk.əl/
US
/ˈkræk.əl/

Translations

cracklenoun
crackles
pl
The crackle of the fire was comforting on the cold winter night.
Le crépitement du feu était réconfortant pendant la froide nuit d’hiver.
The antique vase had a beautiful crackle that added to its charm.
Le vase ancien avait une belle craquelure qui ajoutait à son charme.
Synonyms
pop
cackle
rustle
fizz
snap
crackleverb
crackled
Past Simple
crackled
Past Participle
crackling
Gerund
UK
/ˈkræk.əl/
US
/ˈkræk.əl/
The fire crackled in the fireplace as we sat around it.
Le feu crépitait dans la cheminée pendant que nous étions assis autour.
Additional translations
crépiterAu sens figuré, pour une atmosphère ou une émotion intense.
Synonyms
rustle
sparkle
fizz
pop
snap
crackleadjective
Used attributively to describe a surface or finish characterized by a network of fine cracks.
The pot was coated with a glossy, crackle glaze.
Le pot était recouvert d’une glaçure craquelée et brillante.
Synonyms
crackling
crackly
popping
sizzling
hissing
fizzling
rustling

Definitions

cracklenoun
A series of small, sharp, popping sounds.
The crackle of the fire was comforting on the cold winter night.
A network of fine cracks on the surface of something, such as pottery or glaze.
The antique vase had a beautiful crackle that added to its charm.
crackleverb
To make a series of small, sharp, popping sounds.
The fire crackled in the fireplace as we sat around it.
To show liveliness or energy, often used metaphorically.
The atmosphere in the room crackled with excitement as the band took the stage.
crackleadjective
Having a network of fine cracks; crackled.
The pot was coated with a glossy, crackle glaze.
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