Rechercher
to ripple
01
onduler, vibrer
to flow with irregular movements, often making a bubbling sound
Intransitive
Example
The stream rippled gently over the smooth stones.
The flag rippled in the breeze as it hung from the flagpole.
The wind caused the surface of the lake to ripple.
02
ondoier, faire des ondulations
to create small waves or undulations on the surface of water
Transitive: to ripple water
Ripple
01
ondulation, vague légère
a slight wave or series of waves on the water's surface caused by a breeze or a disturbance
Example
A gentle breeze caused ripples on the surface of the lake.
The stone created a ripple as it skipped across the pond.
The ripple of the stream was soothing to listen to.
02
ondulation, ripple
(electronics) an oscillation of small amplitude imposed on top of a steady value
Exemple
The stream rippled gently over the smooth stones.
The flag rippled in the breeze as it hung from the flagpole.
The wind caused the surface of the lake to ripple.
Vibrations rippled along the guitar strings as the musician strummed.
The river rippled through the valley, reflecting the colors of the surrounding trees.
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