sprinkle

[ˈsprɪŋk(ə)l]

sprinkle Definition

• 1. scatter (a substance) in small drops or particles over something
• 2. rain lightly

Using sprinkle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sprinkle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She sprinkled some salt on the salad.

• Example

  The rain sprinkled the flowers.

• Example

  He sprinkled some sugar on his cereal.

• Example

  The chef sprinkled some herbs on the dish.

sprinkle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sprinkle

• strew
• scatter
• dust
• spray
• spatter

Antonyms for sprinkle

• collect
• gather
• amass

Phrases with sprinkle

• sprinkle with

  cover (something) with small drops or particles of a substance

  Example

  Sprinkle the cake with powdered sugar.

• sprinkle down

  to scatter something downwards

  Example

  The bird sprinkled down feathers as it preened itself.

• sprinkle out

  to scatter something outwards

  Example

  The fireworks sprinkled out sparks and colors.

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Summary: sprinkle in Brief

The verb 'sprinkle' [ˈsprɪŋk(ə)l] means to scatter a substance in small drops or particles over something, or to rain lightly. It is often used in cooking, gardening, and weather contexts, such as 'She sprinkled some salt on the salad.' 'Sprinkle' can also be used in phrases like 'sprinkle with,' meaning to cover something with small drops or particles of a substance.