Crackles Meaning in English
word · lemma: crackle
Definition
Makes a series of small, sharp noises, like fire burning, wood breaking, or static in a radio. It can also be used for certain sounds in the lungs when breathing.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or neutral; common in descriptions of fire, radio noise, cooking, or medical contexts (lungs). Typical collocations: 'the fire crackles', 'the radio crackles', 'his voice crackles with emotion'. Not used for loud, single noises (use 'bang' or 'pop').
Example Sentences
The campfire crackles in the dark.
basic
The old radio crackles every time I turn it on.
basic
Bacon crackles in the pan.
basic
Her laughter crackles through the room, making everyone smile.
natural
The doctor's stethoscope picks up crackles when she breathes.
natural
The ice under our feet crackles as we walk across the frozen lake.
natural