glänzen — meaning in English
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English meaning
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glisten
verb To reflect light with a glittering luster; to sparkle, coruscate, glint or flash.
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shine
verb To give off or reflect light brightly.
Senses
glänzen is used for these senses in English:
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glisten
(intransitive, of a wet or greasy surface) To reflect light with a glittering luster; to sparkle, coruscate, glint or flash.
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shine
(intransitive, copulative) To distinguish oneself; to excel.
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shine
(transitive) To cause to shine, as a light or by reflected light.
shine — full definition
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verb To give off or reflect light brightly.
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verb To perform exceptionally well or stand out.
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verb To point a light source at something.
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noun Brightness or gloss, whether from a light source or a polished surface.
