This is the 13956th most frequent German word.
funkelt
"Funkelt" means "sparkles" or "glitters."
Here, 'funkelt' conveys the sparkling or shimmering visual effect of the star.
Der Stern am Himmel funkelt so schön.
The star in the sky sparkles so beautifully.
In this sentence, 'funkelt' is used figuratively to describe the lively and bright quality of her laughter.
Ihr lachen funkelt wie die Sonne.
Her laughter sparkles like the sun.
'Funkelt' describes the sparkling appearance of the jewel when exposed to light.