twitching
word · lemma: twitch
Definition
A quick, small, sudden movement of a part of the body, often happening without control; usually used for muscles or eyes.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in medical or casual settings for muscle movements; often appears as 'muscle twitching' or 'eye twitching'. Refers to involuntary motion, not voluntary ones. Can indicate tiredness, stress, or minor nerve issues.
Spanish: temblor - contracción involuntariaPortuguese (BR): espasmo - contração involuntáriaPortuguese (PT): espasmo - contração involuntáriaChinese (Simplified): 抽搐 - 抽动Chinese (Traditional): 抽搐 - 抽動Hindi: फड़कना - झटके (मांसपेशियों के)Arabic: ارتعاش - تشنج عضليBengali: ঝাঁকুনি - কাঁপুনিRussian: дёргание - подёргиваниеJapanese: ぴくつき - けいれん (軽度)Vietnamese: giật cơ - co giật nhẹKorean: 경련 - 떨림Turkish: seğirmeUrdu: جھٹکا - اینٹھن (پٹھوں کی)Indonesian: kedutan - berkedut
Example Sentences
His fingers started twitching from nervousness.
basic
My eyelid's been twitching all day—it's so annoying!
natural
If your arm is twitching a lot, maybe you need more rest.
natural
I get random twitching in my muscles when I'm tired.
natural
My left eye keeps twitching.
basic
I noticed my leg was twitching during class.
basic