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clanking

 

[ ˈklæŋkɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

sound effect

Clanking refers to a loud, sharp sound often created when metal objects collide or strike each other. This term is commonly used to describe noises made by machinery, metal objects, or even chains. The sound is typically characterized by its resonant and echoing quality, making it easily identifiable in industrial settings. Clanking can also evoke feelings of heaviness or clumsiness due to the mass of the materials involved.

Synonyms

clanging, clattering, rattling

Examples of usage

  • The clanking of the chains echoed through the alley.
  • He heard the clanking of pots and pans in the kitchen.
  • The machine was clanking loudly, signaling a mechanical issue.

Translations

Translations of the word "clanking" in other languages:

🇵🇹 clangor

🇮🇳 धातु की आवाज़

🇩🇪 Klang

🇮🇩 suara bergetar

🇺🇦 дзвін

🇵🇱 brzęczenie

🇯🇵 カランコロン

🇫🇷 cliquetis

🇪🇸 sonido de metal

🇹🇷 metal sesi

🇰🇷 딸랑거림

🇸🇦 صوت معدني

🇨🇿 cinkotání

🇸🇰 zvuk kovu

🇨🇳 金属声

🇸🇮 zvenenje

🇮🇸 tónn

🇰🇿 темір дыбысы

🇬🇪 მეტალური ხმისი

🇦🇿 metal səsi

🇲🇽 sonido metálico

Etymology

The word 'clank' emerged in the English language in the early 19th century, likely derived from the earlier term 'clank,' which denoted the sound made by hard objects striking each other. Its roots can be traced to the Old Norse term 'klanga,' meaning 'to make a loud noise.' The term originally described the sound of metal objects but evolved to encompass a wider range of clashing sounds. Over time, 'clanking' has become widely associated with industrial machinery and the sounds of metal in various forms of labor. Its usage has expanded in literature and everyday language, often conjuring imagery of metallic environments and heavy machinery.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,114, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.