twang in German
twang in German is Näseln, zupfen, näseln — twang means a sharp, ringing sound made by a tight string being plucked and released, such as a bowstring or guitar string.
twang in German
Näseln
The sharp, quick sound of a vibrating tight string, for example, of a bow or a musical instrument.
zupfen
(ambitransitive) To produce or cause to produce a sharp vibrating sound, like a tense string pulled and suddenly let go.
näseln
(intransitive) To have a nasal sound.
What does "twang" mean?
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noun A sharp, ringing sound made by a tight string being plucked and released, such as a bowstring or guitar string.
"The twang of the bowstring echoed through the forest."
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noun A noticeable trace of a regional or foreign accent in someone's speech.
"She still had a slight Texan twang after years abroad."
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verb To make, or cause to make, a sharp vibrating sound.
"He twanged the rubber band against his desk."
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twang in a sentence
- The twang of the bowstring echoed through the forest.
- The guitarist let out a twang before launching into the solo.
- She still had a slight Texan twang after years abroad.
- He twanged the rubber band against his desk.
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What is "twang" in German?
"twang" in German is Näseln, zupfen, näseln. twang means: A sharp, ringing sound made by a tight string being plucked and released, such as a bowstring or guitar string.
How do you use "twang" in a sentence?
Example: "The twang of the bowstring echoed through the forest." In German, "twang" is Näseln, zupfen, näseln.
Are there other ways to say "twang" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "twang": Näseln, zupfen, näseln.
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