Blinked Meaning in English
word · lemma: blink
/ˈbɫɪŋkt/
BLINGKT
/blˈɪŋkt/
BLINGKT
Definition
Past form of 'blink': to quickly close and open your eyes, often without thinking.
Usage & Nuances
'Blinked' is used for a single, quick eye movement. Can also mean reacting with surprise or confusion. Often paired with adverbs like 'suddenly', 'slowly', or when someone is surprised (e.g., 'She blinked in disbelief'). Not used for winking (which means closing one eye).
Spanish: parpadeóPortuguese (BR): piscouPortuguese (PT): piscouChinese (Simplified): 眨了眼Chinese (Traditional): 眨了眼Hindi: पलक झपकीArabic: رمشBengali: ঝাপটেছিল - চোখ ঝাপটেছিলRussian: моргнулJapanese: まばたきしたVietnamese: chớp mắtKorean: 깜박였다Turkish: göz kırptıUrdu: پلک جھپکیIndonesian: berkedip
Example Sentences
He blinked because the light was too bright.
basic
She blinked and looked again.
basic
The baby blinked for the first time.
basic
I blinked and suddenly the answer came to me.
natural
He just blinked at me, not knowing what to say.
natural
Everyone blinked in disbelief when she announced the news.
natural