Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
campainha
noun
kahm-pah-EE-nyah
Definition
A device that produces a ringing sound, often used to alert someone that a person is at the door.
Examples
- At the door: She pressed the campainha to let us know she had arrived.
- In a building: The campainha rang loudly, announcing the delivery.
- During a gathering: The campainha chimed to signal the start of dinner.
Meaning
In English, ‘campainha’ refers to a bell or chime, particularly in a domestic setting where it can signal the arrival of guests.
Synonyms
- bell
- chime
- doorbell