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bang

 

[ bæŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

loud noise

A sudden loud noise, such as an explosion or gunshot.

Synonyms

blast, crash, explosion

Examples of usage

  • The bang of the firework echoed through the night sky.
  • I heard a loud bang coming from the kitchen.
Context #2 | Verb

hit forcefully

To strike or hit something forcefully, often causing a loud noise.

Synonyms

hit, pound, slam

Examples of usage

  • He banged the door shut behind him.
  • She banged her fist on the table in frustration.

Translations

Translations of the word "bang" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bang

🇮🇳 बंग

🇩🇪 Knall

🇮🇩 dentuman

🇺🇦 гупання

🇵🇱 huk

🇯🇵 バン

🇫🇷 bang

🇪🇸 bang

🇹🇷 pat

🇰🇷 펑

🇸🇦 بانغ

🇨🇿 bum

🇸🇰 bum

🇨🇳 轰

🇸🇮 bum

🇮🇸 bang

🇰🇿 гүрс

🇬🇪 ბანგი

🇦🇿 bang

🇲🇽 bang

Etymology

The word 'bang' originated in the early 16th century and is believed to be of imitative origin, representing the sound of an abrupt impact or explosion. It has been used to describe sudden loud noises and forceful impacts in various contexts throughout history.

See also: bangers, banging, bangs.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,153, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.