Definition

To make a bubbling sound, often like water flowing or a baby expressing happiness.

Example

The stream began to gurgle as the water flowed over the rocks.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that funny sound coming from the kitchen?

Yeah, it sounded like the water was about to gurgle.

I think the sink might be clogged again.

I guess we need to call a plumber before it gets worse.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make a sound that is like bubbling or flowing liquid, often used to describe the noise made when something is gurgling.

Example

The baby began to gurgle happily in her crib.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that strange noise coming from the kitchen?

Yeah, it sounded like someone trying to gurgle something.

I wonder if it's the blender acting up again.

Root Explanation

The word 'gurgle' originates from Middle English 'gurgul', which is derived from the Latin 'gurgulio' (meaning throat or gullet). The word describes the sound made by liquid moving in a throat-like manner, often associated with bubbling or flowing.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sound of liquid moving through a throat ('gurgulio') — that's why 'gurgle' describes that bubbling sound.

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