fluttering

verb
UK: /ˈflʌtərɪŋ/
US: /ˈflʌtərɪŋ/

  1. Moving with small, quick movements.

    1. I saw a butterfly fluttering around the flowers.
    2. The flags were fluttering in the strong breeze, creating a mesmerizing effect.

  2. Beating or moving rapidly and irregularly.

    1. I felt a fluttering in my chest before the race.
    2. Her eyelids were fluttering as she struggled to stay awake during the long meeting.

  3. Acting or behaving in a nervous and excited way.

    1. She was fluttering about, trying to get everything ready.
    2. He noticed her fluttering manner whenever she spoke about her upcoming performance on stage.

Synonyms

exciting
fluttering noun

  1. Something that moves with small, quick movements.

    1. The fluttering of wings caught my attention outside.
    2. I heard the fluttering of the curtains in the wind, so I closed the window.

  2. A state of nervous excitement or agitation.

    1. She felt a fluttering of anticipation before the show.
    2. There was a noticeable fluttering in her voice as she began the presentation.
fluttering adjective

  1. Moving or appearing to move with quick, light motions.

    1. I watched the fluttering butterflies in the garden.
    2. The fluttering leaves of the aspen tree created a soothing sound in the autumn breeze.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "fluttering" in English means: Moving with small, quick movements., Beating or moving rapidly and irregularly., Acting or behaving in a nervous and excited way..

The phonetic transcription of "fluttering" is /ˈflʌtərɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈflʌtərɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "fluttering": exciting.

Example usage of "fluttering": "I saw a butterfly fluttering around the flowers.". More examples on the page.