Dingdong: meaning, definitions and examples
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dingdong
[ หdษชลdษล ]
sound effect
The word 'dingdong' is an onomatopoeic expression that refers to a ringing sound, often associated with a doorbell. It is used to describe the chime produced when someone presses a doorbell or when a bell rings. The sound can be lighthearted and whimsical, often used in cartoons or children's media. 'Dingdong' can also evoke feelings of excitement or alertness, as when someone is expecting company.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I heard the dingdong of the doorbell.
- The cartoon character pressed the doorbell, and a cheerful dingdong sounded.
- Every time the dingdong rang, the dog barked excitedly.
Translations
Translations of the word "dingdong" in other languages:
๐ต๐น dingdong
๐ฎ๐ณ เคกเคฟเคเคเคกเฅเคเค
๐ฉ๐ช dingdong
๐ฎ๐ฉ dingdong
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะทะฒัะฝะพะบ
๐ต๐ฑ dingdong
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฃใณใใณ
๐ซ๐ท dingdong
๐ช๐ธ dingdong
๐น๐ท dingdong
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฉ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏููุบ ุฏููุบ
๐จ๐ฟ dingdong
๐ธ๐ฐ dingdong
๐จ๐ณ ๅฎๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ dingdong
๐ฎ๐ธ dingdong
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดะธะฝะณะดะพะฝะณ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ dingdong
๐ฒ๐ฝ dingdong
Etymology
The term 'dingdong' is believed to have originated in the early 19th century as a playful imitation of the sound made by a doorbell. It likely derives from the combination of 'ding' and 'dong', mimicking the high and low pitches of a bell's ringing. The use of 'dingdong' as an informal expression has grown over time, becoming part of English vernacular, particularly in children's literature and popular media. The word appeals to a sense of whimsy and is often used in contexts that require lightheartedness or fun. It has also been employed by various brands and products that want to evoke a cheerful image. The playful nature of the word ensures its place in the lexicon of sounds associated with everyday activities.