Pebbles Meaning in English
word · lemma: pebble
Definition
Small, smooth stones that are usually found on beaches, riverbeds, or paths.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in the plural ('pebbles'). Typical with 'beach', 'river', 'path', and 'walk on'. Not the same as 'stones' (bigger/rougher) or 'sand' (tiny). Rarely used figuratively.
Spanish: guijarrosPortuguese (BR): pedrinhas - seixosPortuguese (PT): seixos - pedrinhasChinese (Simplified): 鹅卵石 - 小石子Chinese (Traditional): 鵝卵石 - 小石子Hindi: कंकड़Arabic: حصىBengali: নুড়ি-পাথর - ছোট গোল পাথরRussian: галькаJapanese: 小石Vietnamese: sỏiKorean: 조약돌Turkish: çakıl taşıUrdu: کنکریIndonesian: batu kerikil
Example Sentences
You can hear the sound of pebbles under your feet.
basic
There are many pebbles along the riverbank.
basic
He skipped pebbles across the water for fun.
natural
The children collected pebbles on the beach.
basic
The path to the house was covered with white pebbles.
natural
After the rain, the pebbles looked shiny and clean.
natural