Jinglier: meaning, definitions and examples
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jinglier
[ ˈdʒɪŋɡlɪər ]
musical instrument
A jinglier refers to a type of percussion instrument typically characterized by its jingling sound. It is often equipped with small metal jingles or bells that create a lively sound when shaken or struck. Jingle bells, tambourines, or similar instruments can fall under this category. The jinglier is commonly used in various musical genres to add rhythm and a festive atmosphere.
Synonyms
jingle, percussion instrument, tambourine
Examples of usage
- She played the jinglier during the holiday festivities.
- The jinglier added a cheerful sound to our band.
- He shook the jinglier, enhancing the rhythm of the song.
Translations
Translations of the word "jinglier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tingidor
- guizo
- campainha
🇮🇳 झंकार
🇩🇪 Glockenspiel
- Klingel
- Glocke
🇮🇩 bunyi lonceng
- bergetar
- gemerincing
🇺🇦 дзвін
- дзвоник
- дзвінкий
🇵🇱 dzwoneczek
- dzwonić
- dzwon
🇯🇵 鈴
- ジャングラー
- ベル
🇫🇷 clochette
- carillon
- tintement
🇪🇸 cascabel
- sonajero
- campanilla
🇹🇷 zil
- çan
- çan sesi
🇰🇷 징
- 징소리
- 종
🇸🇦 جرس
- صوت الجرس
- طنين
🇨🇿 zvonek
- cinkání
- zvonění
🇸🇰 zvonec
- zvonenie
- zvuk
🇨🇳 铃铛
- 叮当声
- 铃响
🇸🇮 zvonec
- zvenenje
- zvok
🇮🇸 bjalla
- klukka
- hljóð
🇰🇿 қоңырау
- шылдыр
- шертпе
🇬🇪 ზარის ხმა
- ზარების ხმა
- ჯახუნი
🇦🇿 zəng
- zil
- səsi
🇲🇽 sonaja
- sonido de campana
- cascabel
Etymology
The term 'jinglier' is derived from the word 'jingle', which has roots in Middle English from the word 'jinglen'. The 'jingle' itself emanates from the Old French 'gingler', meaning to give forth a light ringing sound. Over the centuries, the term evolved to encompass any object that produces a jingling sound. Instruments resembling the jinglier have been found in various cultures across history, often associated with celebratory events or traditional music. They symbolize joy and festivity, making them popular during holiday celebrations. The jinglier and its variations are utilized in both folk music and modern compositions, highlighting its enduring charm across generations.