Meaning of Dwindle
In simple words: To become smaller or less in size or amount.
Dwindle in a sentence
How to use Dwindle
Often used for quantities or numbers; implies a gradual decrease. Typically casual or neutral but can appear in writing.
Grammar pattern
dwindle + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'twinkle' - imagine the light twinkling away until it stops.
Related words
Collocations with Dwindle
- dwindle away
- dwindle to nothing
- dwindle in numbers
Common mistakes with Dwindle
- Usage is sometimes confused with 'melt' or 'decline'.
- Learners may use past tense incorrectly (e.g., 'dwindled' for ongoing actions).
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Dwindle in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يتناقص
أن يصبح أصغر أو أقل في الحجم أو الكمية.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কমে যাওয়া
আকারে বা পরিমাণে ছোট বা কম হয়ে যাওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
schwinden, abnehmen
Kleiner oder weniger in Größe oder Menge werden.
- SpanishEspañol
Disminuir
Hacerse más pequeño o menos en tamaño o cantidad.
- Persianفارسی
کاهش یافتن
کوچکتر یا کمتر شدن در اندازه یا مقدار.
- FrenchFrançais
Diminuer, Réduire
Devenir plus petit ou moins en quantité.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कम होना
आकार या मात्रा में छोटा या कम हो जाना।
- ItalianItaliano
Diminuire, Ridursi
Diventare più piccolo o meno in quantità.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Diminuir, Reduzir
Ficar menor ou menos em tamanho ou quantidade.
- RussianРусский
Уменьшаться, сокращаться
Становиться меньше или меньше по размеру или количеству.
- Urduاردو
کم ہونا، گھٹنا
کسی چیز کا حجم یا مقدار میں کم ہو جانا۔
- Chinese中文
减少
变小或减少。
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Frequently asked questions about Dwindle
What does Dwindle mean?
To become smaller or less in size or amount.
What is the definition of Dwindle?
To gradually become smaller or fewer.
How do you use Dwindle in a sentence?
As the sun rose, the shadows began to dwindle.
Can you give another example of Dwindle?
The resources started to dwindle as the project continued.
What are synonyms for Dwindle?
Common alternatives include decline, decrease, shrivel, diminish, lessen.
What is the opposite of Dwindle?
Opposite meanings include increase, grow, expand.
What words go with Dwindle?
It commonly pairs with dwindle away, dwindle to nothing, dwindle in numbers.
What are common mistakes when using Dwindle?
Usage is sometimes confused with 'melt' or 'decline'. Learners may use past tense incorrectly (e.g., 'dwindled' for ongoing actions).
How do you pronounce Dwindle?
US: //ˈdwɪndl//, UK: //ˈdwɪndl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Dwindle?
Often used for quantities or numbers; implies a gradual decrease. Typically casual or neutral but can appear in writing.
What CEFR level is Dwindle?
"Dwindle" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.
