Tinkled: meaning, definitions and examples

sound effect

Tinkled is the past tense of the verb 'tinkle', which refers to the action of making a light, high-pitched ringing sound, often likened to the sound of small bells. This term is commonly used to describe delicate noises that evoke a sense of lightness or playfulness.

chimed, pealed, ringed

Examples of usage

• The wind chimes tinkled softly in the breeze.

• She heard the tinkled laughter of children playing outside.

• The glass wind catchers tinkled as the door opened.

• He tinkled the keys of the piano gently.