Meaning
crackling, lively
- Making repeated sharp popping noises (e.g. fire, fireworks)
- Sparkling, lively, and full of wit or energy
In a sentence
Ci siamo scaldati vicino al fuoco scoppiettante del camino.
We warmed ourselves near the crackling fire in the fireplace.
La commedia si è conclusa con un dialogo scoppiettante.
The comedy ended with a sparkling, witty dialogue.
Lo spettacolo promette una serata scoppiettante e ricca di sorprese.
The show promises a lively evening full of surprises.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| scoppiettante | masculine · singular |
| scoppiettante | feminine · singular |
| scoppiettanti | masculine · plural |
| scoppiettanti | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Two-ending adjective (-e / -i). Present participle of 'scoppiettare'.
- Frequently used in reviews of comedies, performances, or dialogue to mean 'witty and fast-paced'.