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thud

 

[ θʌd ]

Context #1

sound

A dull, heavy sound, such as that made by an object falling to the ground.

Synonyms

bang, clunk, thump

Examples of usage

  • The thud of the door closing echoed through the empty hallway.
  • He heard a thud outside and went to investigate.
Context #2

action

To make a dull, heavy sound by falling or hitting something.

Synonyms

bang, clang, clunk

Examples of usage

  • The book thudded onto the table.
  • The rock thudded against the window.

Translations

Translations of the word "thud" in other languages:

🇵🇹 baque

🇮🇳 धड़ाम

🇩🇪 Dumpfer Schlag

🇮🇩 dung

🇺🇦 глухий удар

🇵🇱 łomot

🇯🇵 ドスン

🇫🇷 boum

🇪🇸 golpe

🇹🇷 güm

🇰🇷 쿵

🇸🇦 دوي

🇨🇿 buch

🇸🇰 buch

🇨🇳 砰

🇸🇮 tresk

🇮🇸 dunur

🇰🇿 дүңк

🇬🇪 გრუხუნი

🇦🇿 güm

🇲🇽 golpe

Word origin

The word 'thud' originated in the early 19th century, and its exact etymology is uncertain. It is believed to be an onomatopoeic word, imitating the sound it describes. The use of 'thud' to describe a dull, heavy sound has been consistent throughout its history.