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    Étincelante (en. Sparkling)

    /etɛ̃səlɑ̃t/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to something that emits flashes of light.
    The stars are sparkling in the night sky.
    Les étoiles sont étincelantes dans le ciel nocturne.
    That is shiny and attractive.
    Her dress was sparkling during the evening.
    Sa robe était étincelante lors de la soirée.
    Refers to a radiant smile.
    She had a sparkling gaze of happiness.
    Elle avait un regard étincelant de bonheur.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'sparkle', from the Latin 'stincillare', meaning 'to shine'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a sparkling gaze
    A gaze full of life and enthusiasm.
    un regard étincelant
    a sparkling smile
    A bright and joyful smile.
    un sourire étincelant

    Related Words

    spark
    A small flame that bursts forth.
    étincelle
    sparkling
    The action of sparkling.
    étincellement
    sparkling
    Refers to something that shines.
    étincelant

    Slang Meanings

    Something truly impressive.
    This new smartphone is really sparkling!
    Ce nouveau smartphone est vraiment étincelant !
    A person who attracts attention with their brilliance.
    She is the star of the party, always sparkling.
    Elle est la star de la fête, toujours étincelante.