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Clonk: meaning, definitions and examples

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clonk

 

[ klษ’ล‹k ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

sound, noise

A clonk is a loud, metallic sound, usually made by an object striking a hard surface. It often connotes a sudden and jarring noise that can be produced by heavy impact. This sound is typically associated with tools, machinery, or collisions.

Synonyms

bang, clatter, thump

Examples of usage

  • I heard a clonk when the hammer hit the nail.
  • The pot made a clonk as it fell off the shelf.
  • There was a clonk from the construction site nearby.
Context #2 | Verb

hit, strike

To clonk means to hit something hard enough to produce a loud noise. It usually implies a heavy impact that creates a sound reminiscent of a metallic object colliding with another surface. The verb is often used informally.

Synonyms

bang, slam, strike

Examples of usage

  • He clonked the door shut in frustration.
  • The kids clonked their toys together.
  • She clonked her head on the low ceiling.

Translations

Translations of the word "clonk" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น clonk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฒเฅ‹เค‚เค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช klonk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ clonk

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะปะพะฝะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ clonk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใƒญใƒณใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท clonk

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ clonk

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท clonk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํด๋กฑํฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒู„ูˆู†ูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ clonk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ clonk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…‹้š†ๅ…‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ clonk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ clonk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะปะพะฝะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒšแƒแƒœแƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ clonk

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ clonk

Etymology

The word 'clonk' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, possibly deriving from the sound it represents, mimicking a harsh, metallic noise. The etymology suggests onomatopoeic roots, where the word itself is a representation of the sound made when two hard entities collide. It reflects a broader trend in language where sounds are transcribed into words to convey sensory experiences. The term has been used in various contexts and has transitioned from describing simple sounds to describing actions associated with producing those sounds. Over the decades, 'clonk' has found its place in casual conversations, often evoking imagery of playful or clumsy interactions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,360, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.