Zinging: meaning, definitions and examples

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zinging

 

[หˆzษชล‹ษชล‹ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

present participle

Zinging refers to making a high-pitched, rapid sound, often associated with excitement or energy. It can also describe the act of performing well or impressively in some context, such as in sports or music.

Synonyms

buzzing, flying, whizzing, zipping.

Examples of usage

  • The arrow zinged past my head.
  • She was zingying through the performance with great energy.
  • The car zipped by, making a zinging sound.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'zing' likely originated in the mid-20th century and is thought to be imitative of the sound it describes.
  • It's believed that the word is related to similar sounds in language, such as 'ping' or 'ring', showcasing how words can mimic sounds.
  • Zing was first associated with sharpness and liveliness, often used in descriptions of energetic movements or sounds.

Pop Culture

  • In music, 'zing' often describes vibrant and catchy tunes that make listeners want to dance.
  • The term is frequently used in comedic contexts to describe a witty comment or comeback that has a sharp impact.
  • TV shows and movies love to feature characters that have 'zing', signifying their lively personality or ability to entertain others.

Psychology

  • Feelings of excitement or energy, often connected to phrases like 'zinging', can trigger the release of endorphins, the body's natural feel-good chemicals.
  • People often associate these vibrant feelings with positive experiences, leading to enhanced social interactions and creativity.
  • The concept of 'zing' can also relate to the idea of flow in psychology, where an individual is fully immersed in an activity that brings them joy.

Literature

  • 'Zing' is often used by authors to convey a sense of excitement or tension in a narrative, bringing scenes to life through energetic description.
  • The usage of vibrant words like 'zinging' can enhance character dialogue, making interactions feel more dynamic and engaging.
  • Poets love to use 'zing' to capture fleeting feelings or to give a punchy quality to their works, making readers feel the emotions more intensely.

Art

  • In visual arts, color schemes that 'zing' often take advantage of complementary colors to create a striking visual impact.
  • Artists may use dynamic brush strokes, known for their energy, to evoke a sense of 'zing' in their work.
  • The term is also used to describe lively performances in dance or theater, where the energy and excitement of the performers resonate with the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "zinging" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น zunido

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅ‚เค‚เคœเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Klingen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berdesir

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะทะฒั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dลบwiฤ™czenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ธใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vibrer

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ zumbido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท vฤฑzฤฑldama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง•์ง•๊ฑฐ๋ฆผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑู†ูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zvuk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zvonenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ—ก้ธฃ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zvenenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hljรณรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆัƒะดั‹าฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ–แƒฃแƒ–แƒฃแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zษ™ng

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ zumbido