burble
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈbɜːr.bəl/
KK: /ˈbɜrbl/
intransitive verb
Definition
To make a bubbling or gurgling sound, often while speaking in a lively or excited manner.
Example
The brook began to burble as the water flowed over the rocks.
Tense Forms
Past: burble
Past Participle: burble
Conversation
Did you hear her burble about her vacation plans?
Yeah, she was so excited, it was hard to keep up!
I know, it felt like she couldn't stop burbling on and on!
It's great to see her so happy, though.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gurgle
bubble
chatter
Antonyms
mumble
whisper
silence
noun
Definition
A sound that resembles gurgling or bubbling, often made by water or excited speech.
Example
The burble of the stream was soothing as we sat by the water.
Conversation
Did you hear that burble coming from the stream?
Yeah, it sounds so calming and peaceful.
I love how nature has its own burble that makes everything feel alive.
Root Explanation
Burble originates from the Middle English word 'berbelen', which is imitative of the sound of bubbling water. It reflects the action of bubbling or flowing in a noisy manner, often associated with the sound of a brook or a stream.
Memory Tip
Imagine the sound of water 'bubbling' — that's what 'burble' means, capturing the essence of that lively, flowing noise.
Visually Confused Words
burnable
burley
burlet
burler
burled
burgle
burele
bumble