wink
word
/ˈwɪŋk/
wingk
/wˈɪŋk/
wingk
Definition
To quickly close and open one eye, often as a friendly signal, to show a secret, or to flirt. It can also mean the quick action itself.
Usage & Nuances
'Wink' is informal and often used in playful, friendly, or flirty contexts. Common phrases: 'give someone a wink', 'wink at' (as a verb), and in idioms like 'in a wink' (very quickly). Don't confuse with 'blink' (both eyes).
Spanish: guiñar (el ojo) - guiñoPortuguese (BR): piscar - piscadaPortuguese (PT): piscar - piscadelaChinese (Simplified): 眨眼 - 眨眼示意Chinese (Traditional): 眨眼 - 眨眼示意Hindi: आँख मारनाArabic: يغمزBengali: চোখ মারাRussian: подмигивать - подмигиваниеJapanese: ウインクする - ウインクVietnamese: nháy mắtKorean: 윙크하다 - 윙크Turkish: göz kırpmakUrdu: آنکھ مارناIndonesian: kedip - berkedip (satu mata)
Example Sentences
She didn't say anything, just winked and walked away.
natural
If you understand the plan, just wink at me.
natural
The magician disappeared in a wink.
natural
He gave me a wink and smiled.
basic
Can you wink with both eyes?
basic
The baby winked at her mother.
basic