word
flimmernd
flicker
The German word "flimmernd" is the present participle of the verb "flimmern", meaning "flickering", "shimmering", or "twinkling". The base verb "flimmern" describes a quick, unsteady light or movement.
- flimmern ≈ "to flicker" or "to shimmer"
- flimmernd = "flickering" (adjective or adverb form)
Similar words:
- zucken (to twitch, also a sudden jerking motion)
- flackern (to flicker, especially of flames or light)
- glitzern (to sparkle, glitter)
Difference:
- Flimmern emphasizes a rapid, shimmering or flickering effect, often subtle or wavering.
- Flackern is usually a stronger flickering, like a flame.
- Glitzern focuses on sparkling or glittering with brightness rather than flickering movement.
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Examples
Der flimmernde Fernseher steht im Wohnzimmer.word
The flickering television is in the living room.
Abends sitzt Anna neben dem flimmernden Gerät und liest ein Buch.word
In the evening, Anna sits next to the flickering device and reads a book.
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