Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
twang
noun, verb
/twæŋ/
Definition
A strong ringing sound, especially from a stringed instrument.
Examples
- The twang of the guitar filled the room.
- She spoke with a southern twang that was hard to miss.
- The arrow made a twang as it flew through the air.
Meaning
Twang often refers to the characteristic sound produced when a string is plucked or strummed, particularly in guitar music. It can also describe a distinctive nasal quality in someone’s speech.
Synonyms
- Strum
- Twinkle
- Twangy sound
- Vibration
