blinken
Translation
to flash, to twinkle, to use a turn signal, to blink
Examples
Die Sterne blinken am Himmel.
The stars are twinkling in the sky.
Du musst vor dem Abbiegen blinken.
You have to use your turn signal before turning.
Das rote Licht am Gerät blinkt.
The red light on the device is flashing.
Grammar Patterns
blinken to flash, twinkle The stars are twinkling in the sky.
blinken to use a turn signal You have to use your turn signal before turning.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to flash, to twinkle, to sparkle
Etymology
Related to the word 'blank' (shining, white), suggesting a flash of bright light.
Memory Tips
Think of a car's 'blinker' (the turn signal), which 'blinks' on and off.