glint
gb/ɡlˈɪnt/ us/ɡlˈɪnt/
B2
Angol
csillanás, fénycsillanás, megcsillan, árnyalat, megvillan
FŐNÉV
B2
1
csillanás
B2
Használati minta:
a glint of [light] / a glint from [surface]
A glint of sunlight bounced off the car’s windshield.
A napfény egy pillanatra megcsillant az autó szélvédőjén.
She noticed a glint of silver under the couch.
Észrevett egy ezüstös csillanást a kanapé alatt.
There was a brief glint on the surface of the lake.
Példák tanulóknak
I saw a glint of light in the distance.
A távolban egy fénycsillanást láttam.
The ring gave a small glint.
A gyűrű egy pillanatra megcsillant.
Gyakori hiba:
Learners may use glitter (many small lights) when glint is usually just a brief single flash.
Jelentés
a small quick flash of light
Szókapcsolatok
a glint of sunlight
|a glint of light
|a faint glint
|a sudden glint
|a metallic glint
|catch a glint
|a glint on the water
|a glint from a window
|a glint from a blade
|a glint of gold
Szinonimák
gleam (Often longer-lasting and smoother than a glint.)
|
flash (Usually stronger or more sudden than a glint.)
|
sparkle (Often repeated or many small points of light.)
Antonimák
dullness (Lack of brightness or shine.)
|
dimness (Low light, not flashing or bright.)
Témák
nature
|visuals
|materials
Definíció
a quick, small bright light you see for a moment
a small, quick flash of light, especially one reflected from a shiny surface
IGE
B2
2
megcsillan
B2
Használati minta:
[something] glints (in/under) [light] / glint off [surface]
Broken glass glinted on the sidewalk.
A törött üveg meg-megcsillant a járdán.
The knife glinted as he lifted it into the light.
A kés megcsillant, ahogy a fénybe emelte.
A far-off lake glinted between the hills.
Példák tanulóknak
The snow glinted in the sun.
A hó megcsillant a napsütésben.
Her necklace glinted under the lamp.
A nyaklánca megcsillant a lámpafényben.
Gyakori hiba:
Glint is usually brief and sharp; glisten suggests a wetter, softer shine.
Jelentés
to shine briefly and brightly
Szókapcsolatok
glint in the sun
|glint in the light
|glint off the water
|glint off metal
|glint from a window
|glint through the trees
|glint faintly
|glint briefly
|glint sharply
|glint against the dark
Szinonimák
gleam (More steady than glint.)
|
sparkle (Often repeated or twinkling rather than a single flash.)
|
shine (More general and not necessarily brief.)
Antonimák
dull (To become or seem less shiny.)
|
fade (To grow weaker in brightness.)
Témák
nature
|visuals
|materials
Definíció
to shine for a moment with a small bright light
to produce small, quick flashes of light, especially by reflecting light from a shiny surface
FŐNÉV
C1
3
Használati minta:
a glint of [emotion/quality]
There was a glint of amusement in her voice.
Enyhe derű csengett a hangjában.
He answered with a glint of irritation.
Válaszában enyhe ingerültség érződött.
For a moment, a glint of hope crossed his face.
Példák tanulóknak
I heard a glint of anger in his reply.
Enyhe dühöt hallottam ki a válaszából.
She spoke with a glint of humor.
Beszédében finom humor érződött.
Gyakori hiba:
Learners may overuse 'hint' where glint specifically suggests a quick, lively sign (often linked to the eyes).
Jelentés
a small sign of a feeling
Szókapcsolatok
a glint of hope
|a glint of humor
|a glint of mischief
|a glint of anger
|a glint of excitement
|a glint of recognition
|a glint of sarcasm
|a glint of pride
|a glint in his voice
|a glint in her eyes
Szinonimák
hint (More general; not necessarily sudden or bright.)
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trace (Often weaker and more lingering than a glint.)
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spark (Suggests energy or sudden start, similar but less tied to perception.)
Antonimák
blankness (No visible feeling or interest.)
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apathy (Lack of feeling or enthusiasm.)
Témák
emotions
|communication
|people
Definíció
a small, brief sign that someone feels something
a slight, brief sign of a particular feeling or quality, often noticed in someone’s eyes, voice, or words
IGE
C1
4
megvillan
B2
Használati minta:
[someone]'s eyes glint (with) [emotion]
Her eyes glinted with mischief as she planned the surprise.
Pajkosan megvillant a szeme, miközben a meglepetést tervezte.
His eyes glinted angrily when he heard the accusation.
Dühösen megvillant a szeme, amikor meghallotta a vádat.
The cat’s eyes glinted in the headlights.
Példák tanulóknak
His eyes glinted with excitement.
Izgatottan megvillant a szeme.
Gyakori hiba:
Do not use glint to mean 'look quickly'; it describes the shine, not the movement.
Jelentés
eyes shine, showing a feeling
Szókapcsolatok
eyes glint
|glint with mischief
|glint with excitement
|glint with anger
|glint in the dark
|glint behind glasses
|glint under the streetlights
|glint briefly
|glint coldly
|glint dangerously
Szinonimák
sparkle (Often positive (happiness), less often threatening.)
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gleam (Can be warmer or steadier than glint.)
Antonimák
dull (Eyes lack brightness or liveliness.)
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cloud (Eyes lose clarity/brightness, often from sadness.)
Témák
emotions
|body
|people
Definíció
when eyes shine in a way that shows a feeling
(of someone’s eyes) to shine briefly in a way that shows a particular feeling such as excitement, anger, or mischief
Nyelvtan
Szótári alak
glint
IPA
GB/ɡlˈɪnt/
US/ɡlˈɪnt/
Szótagolás és hangsúly
glint (1 szótag)
Stress on 1st syllable (glint)
Szóalakok
Noun
- Base: glint
- Plural: glints
Verb
- Base: glint
- 3rd Person Singular: glints
- Present Participle: glinting
- Past: glinted
Szócsalád
Kifejezések
a glint in [someone]'s eye
1/ə ɡlˈɪnt ˈɪn sˈoʊmˈoʊnz ˈaɪ/
idiom
a sign of playful intent
a look that shows someone is amused, interested, or planning something
Példák
- With a glint in his eye, he said he had a secret to share.
- She promised revenge, but there was a glint in her eye.
- He asked the question with a glint in his eye, as if he already knew the answer.
Példák tanulóknak
- He spoke with a glint in his eye.
catch a glint of [something]
1/kˈæt͡ʃ ə ɡlˈɪnt əv sˈʌmθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
notice a brief flash
to see a small bright light for a moment
Példák
- I caught a glint of metal in the grass and went to investigate.
- As the train passed, we caught a glint of the sea between the buildings.
- She caught a glint of his watch as he raised his hand.
Példák tanulóknak
- I caught a glint of light on the window.
with a glint of [emotion/quality]
1/wˈɪθ ə ɡlˈɪnt əv ˈɛmˈoʊʃənkwˈɑlɪti/
fixed phrase
showing a slight feeling
showing a small amount of a feeling
Példák
- He smiled with a glint of pride at the compliment.
- She replied with a glint of sarcasm.
- The apology came with a glint of resentment.
Példák tanulóknak
- She spoke with a glint of humor.