noun
tinkling
Tinkling (noun) means a light, repeated ringing sound. Example: “The tinkling of the piano drifted from the next room.”
noun
1
A light, repeated ringing sound.
"The tinkling of the piano drifted from the next room."
adj
1
Making a light, high-pitched ringing sound.
"A tinkling fountain stood in the courtyard."
How to use tinkling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes or names a series of small, bell-like ringing sounds.
Common pairings
tinkling laughter
tinkling bells
a tinkling sound
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Word forms
- Plural
- tinklings
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Synonyms
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Rhymes for tinkling
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What does “tinkling” mean?
The word “tinkling” means a light, repeated ringing sound. In plain terms, describes or names a series of small, bell-like ringing sounds.
How do you use “tinkling” in a sentence?
Here is “tinkling” used in a sentence: “The tinkling of the piano drifted from the next room.”
What part of speech is “tinkling”?
Depending on how it is used, “tinkling” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “tinkling” have?
“Tinkling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a light, repeated ringing sound.
