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twang

 

[ twæŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

sound

A sharp, ringing sound produced by the vibration of a taut string or similar object.

Synonyms

clang, jangle, ping

Examples of usage

  • The twang of a guitar string filled the room.
  • The twang of the bowstring echoed through the forest.
Context #2 | Verb

music

To play or cause to produce a sharp, ringing sound.

Synonyms

pluck, pluck, strum

Examples of usage

  • She twanged the guitar strings with precision.
  • The musician twanged the strings of the instrument.

Translations

Translations of the word "twang" in other languages:

🇵🇹 som metálico

🇮🇳 झंकार

🇩🇪 Klimpern

🇮🇩 bunyi berdering

🇺🇦 бренькіт

🇵🇱 brzęk

🇯🇵 チワン

🇫🇷 son métallique

🇪🇸 sonido metálico

🇹🇷 çınlama

🇰🇷 팅 소리

🇸🇦 رنين معدني

🇨🇿 cinkání

🇸🇰 cinkot

🇨🇳 铮铮声

🇸🇮 zvok kovine

🇮🇸 naglahljóð

🇰🇿 шыңылдау

🇬🇪 ჟღერა

🇦🇿 zəng səsi

🇲🇽 sonido metálico

Etymology

The word 'twang' originated in the early 16th century, possibly imitative of the sound itself. It has been used to describe the sharp, ringing sound produced by the vibration of a taut string or similar object. Over the years, 'twang' has become a popular term in music and sound-related contexts, often associated with guitars and other string instruments.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,904, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.