ripples
word · lemma: ripple
Definition
Small waves or patterns that form on the surface of water, typically caused by something disturbing it. 'Ripples' can also describe effects that spread out from a single action.
Usage & Nuances
'Ripples' is plural, usually for water but also for spreading effects (like 'ripples of laughter'). Collocates: 'gentle ripples', 'create ripples'. Not used for large waves.
Spanish: ondas (pequeñas) - rizos (de agua)Portuguese (BR): ondulações - pequenas ondasPortuguese (PT): ondulações - pequenas ondasChinese (Simplified): 涟漪Chinese (Traditional): 漣漪Hindi: लहरियाँ (पानी में)Arabic: تموجاتBengali: ঢেউ - তরঙ্গRussian: рябь - волны (небольшие)Japanese: さざ波Vietnamese: gợn sóngKorean: 잔물결Turkish: dalgacıklarUrdu: لہریںIndonesian: riak - gelombang kecil
Example Sentences
The wind made ripples on the lake.
basic
Throwing a stone creates ripples in the water.
basic
I watched the ripples slowly disappear.
basic
Her decision sent ripples through the whole company.
natural
The children laughed, making little ripples on the pond as they splashed.
natural
You never know how far those ripples will spread.
natural