sprinkle
Translation
to sprinkle, to scatter, to drizzle
Examples
Sprinkle cheese on the pasta.
Sprinkle cheese on the pasta.
It started to sprinkle outside.
It started to sprinkle outside.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((on/over sth.)) to scatter (sth.) in small drops or particles over (sth.) Sprinkle cheese on the pasta.
to rain lightly It started to sprinkle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: scatter, drizzle, dust
Etymology
From Middle English 'sprenkelen', related to Dutch 'sprenkelen', suggesting a scattering motion.
Memory Tips
The 'spr-' sound is similar to 'spray'. Imagine sprinkling salt or sugar with a quick wrist motion.