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glimmer — meaning in English

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English meaning

mica noun A mineral that splits easily into thin, flexible, shiny sheets, often found in granite and used in electronics and cosmetics.
sparkle noun A small flash of light, or a general quality of shining brightness.

Senses

glimmer is used for these senses in English:

mica (mineral) Any of a group of hydrous aluminosilicate minerals characterized by highly perfect cleavage, so that they readily separate into very thin leaves, more or less elastic.
sparkle A little spark; a scintillation.

sparkle — full definition

noun A small flash of light, or a general quality of shining brightness.
noun Liveliness or charm in a person's manner.
verb To shine with quick flashes of light.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Swedish words

gnista scintillation scintillationsfaktor briljans glimma glimra glittra gnistra bubbla moussera