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Tinkling - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Tinkling refers to a light, clear, ringing sound, like that of small bells or glass lightly tapping together. It often describes delicate or high-pitched noises in nature or objects.

tinkling

/ˈtɪŋklɪŋ/ /ˈtɪŋklɪŋ/

Definition:

Making light, clear ringing sounds like small bells or glass.

Synonyms:

jingling, chiming, ringing, clinking

Part of Speech:

adjective, noun, verb (present participle)

Antonyms:

silent, muffled

Common Collocations:

tinkling bells, tinkling laughter, tinkling stream

Derivatives:

tinkle (verb/noun), tinkled (past tense)

Usage Tips:

Use "tinkling" to describe delicate, high-pitched sounds like wind chimes or laughter.

Common Phrases:

tinkling of bells, tinkling brook, tinkling laughter

Etymology:

From Middle English "tinken," imitative of light metallic sounds; akin to Dutch "tinkel."

Examples:

  • 1. The wind chimes made a soft tinkling sound in the breeze.
  • 2. She laughed with a light, tinkling voice that brightened the room.
  • 3. The ice cubes made a pleasant tinkling noise in the glass.
  • 4. We followed the sound of the tinkling stream through the forest.

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