brook
word
/ˈbɹʊk/
/bɹˈʊk/
Definition
A brook is a small, natural stream of fresh water that flows through the countryside. It is smaller than a river.
Usage & Nuances
'Brook' is mainly used in literary or descriptive contexts and is less common in everyday speech. It's often found in nature writing or place names. Not to be confused with 'brook' as a verb (meaning to tolerate), which is formal and rare.
Spanish: arroyo - riachueloPortuguese (BR): riacho - córregoPortuguese (PT): riacho - ribeiroChinese (Simplified): 小溪Chinese (Traditional): 小溪Hindi: नदी (छोटी) - नालाArabic: جدول - نهر صغيرBengali: ঝর্ণা - ছোট নদীRussian: ручейJapanese: 小川Vietnamese: suối nhỏKorean: 시내Turkish: dere - küçük akarsuUrdu: ندی (چھوٹی) - نالہIndonesian: anak sungai - aliran kecil
Example Sentences
The brook flowed gently behind our house.
basic
Children played by the brook on summer days.
basic
The brook is full after the rain.
basic
We stopped to rest and listen to the sound of the brook.
natural
A narrow brook winds through the field near the old barn.
natural
If you follow the brook, you'll reach the lake soon.
natural