noun
twang
TWANG
Twang (noun) means a sharp, ringing sound made by a tight string being plucked and released, such as a bowstring or guitar string. Example: “The twang of the bowstring echoed through the forest.”
noun
1
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."
"The guitarist let out a twang before launching into the solo."
2
A noticeable trace of a regional or foreign accent in someone's speech.
"She still had a slight Texan twang after years abroad."
verb
1
To make, or cause to make, a sharp vibrating sound.
"He twanged the rubber band against his desk."
How to use twang
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe sharp vibrating sound of a plucked string, or a noticeable accent in someone's speech.
Common pairings
guitar twang
twang of an accent
twang a string
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Word forms
- Plural
- twangs
- Third person singular
- twangs
- Past tense
- twanged
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Etymology
Imitative of the sound itself, echoed in older words like Old English twengan, "to pinch".
Synonyms
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nasal twang
Rhymes for twang
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What does “twang” mean?
The word “twang” means a sharp, ringing sound made by a tight string being plucked and released, such as a bowstring or guitar string. In plain terms, the sharp vibrating sound of a plucked string, or a noticeable accent in someone's speech.
How do you pronounce “twang”?
“Twang” is pronounced TWANG (/ˈtweɪ̯ŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “twang” in a sentence?
Here is “twang” used in a sentence: “The twang of the bowstring echoed through the forest.”
What part of speech is “twang”?
Depending on how it is used, “twang” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “twang” come from?
The word “twang” comes from Old English. Imitative of the sound itself, echoed in older words like Old English twengan, "to pinch".
How many meanings does “twang” have?
“Twang” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sharp, ringing sound made by a tight string being plucked and released, such as a bowstring or guitar string.
