stirs
word · lemma: stir
Definition
Moves something around with a spoon or other tool. It can also mean to cause a feeling or reaction.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for mixing liquids or food ('stirs the soup'). Also used in a figurative way ('stirs emotions', 'stirs up trouble'). Always third person singular in present simple.
Spanish: remueve - agitaPortuguese (BR): mexe - agitaPortuguese (PT): mexe - agitaChinese (Simplified): 搅拌 - 激起（感情）Chinese (Traditional): 攪拌 - 激起（感情）Hindi: हिलाता है - मिलाता हैArabic: يحرك - يثير
Example Sentences
She stirs the soup every five minutes.
basic
He stirs the paint before using it.
basic
The wind stirs the leaves on the ground.
basic
Whenever she stirs the cake batter, she hums a little tune.
natural
A single song sometimes stirs old memories.
natural
His speech stirs excitement in the crowd.
natural