Cool MateMeaning of Gleam
In simple words: To shine brightly or briefly.
Gleam in a sentence
How to use Gleam
Grammar pattern
gleam + object or subject
Memory hint
Think of a shiny beam of light - 'gleam' is like a gleeful beam!
Related words
Collocations with Gleam
- gleam of light
- gleam in someone's eye
- gleam brightly
Synonyms for Gleam
- shine
- glimmer
- sparkle
- glow
- twinkle
Common mistakes with Gleam
- Confused with 'glimmer', which is often softer and less bright.
- Using intransitively without a subject or object.
- Mixing up with 'gleam' as a noun.
Gleam appears in
Gleam in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
لمعان
يضيء بشكل ساطع أو لفترة قصيرة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ঝলক
হালকা বা অল্প সময়ের জন্য উজ্জ্বলভাবে জ্বলে ওঠা।
- GermanDeutsch
Gleam
Hell oder kurz scheinen.
- SpanishEspañol
Destello
Brillar intensamente o brevemente.
- Persianفارسی
برق زدن، درخشیدن
به طور روشن یا کوتاه درخشیدن.
- FrenchFrançais
Luire, Briller
Briller fort ou brièvement.
- Hindiहिन्दी
चमक
तेजी से या थोड़ी देर के लिए चमकना।
- ItalianItaliano
Brillare, luccicare
Brillare intensamente o per poco tempo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Brilho, cintilar
Brilhar de forma intensa ou rápida.
- RussianРусский
Gleam
Сиять ярко или ненадолго.
- Urduاردو
چمکنا، دمْکنا
تھوڑی دیر کے لیے یا ہلکی سی چمک دکھانا۔
- Chinese中文
闪光
明亮或短暂地发光。
More words like Gleam
- Shine
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
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Frequently asked questions about Gleam
What does Gleam mean?
To shine brightly or briefly.
What is the definition of Gleam?
To shine or reflect light brightly.
How do you use Gleam in a sentence?
The diamond began to gleam under the bright lights.
Can you give another example of Gleam?
Her eyes seemed to gleam with excitement when she saw the surprise.
What are synonyms for Gleam?
Common alternatives include shine, glimmer, sparkle, glow, twinkle.
What is the opposite of Gleam?
Opposite meanings include dull, fade.
What words go with Gleam?
It commonly pairs with gleam of light, gleam in someone's eye, gleam brightly.
What are common mistakes when using Gleam?
Confused with 'glimmer', which is often softer and less bright. Using intransitively without a subject or object. Mixing up with 'gleam' as a noun.
How do you pronounce Gleam?
US: //ɡliːm//, UK: //ɡliːm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Gleam?
Used when referring to light, often in a positive context. Less common in formal writing.
What CEFR level is Gleam?
"Gleam" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.