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    Retentir (en. To resound)

    /ʁə.tɑ̃.tiʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To emit a sound, to resonate.
    The church bells resonate throughout the village.
    Les cloches de l'église retentissent dans tout le village.
    To be heard strongly in a space.
    The child's cry echoed in the night.
    Le cri de l'enfant a retenti dans la nuit.
    To resonate, to be heard.
    The thunder resounded above our heads.
    Le tonnerre a retenti au-dessus de nos têtes.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'retinere', which means to hold back.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to resonate like a pro
    To make oneself heard clearly and loudly.
    retentir comme un vrai
    to echo in memories
    To be memorable or significant.
    retentir dans les mémoires

    Related Words

    resonance
    Phenomenon by which a sound prolongs or resonates.
    résonance
    sound
    Vibration that can be perceived by the ear.
    son
    echo
    Reflection of a sound in a space.
    écho

    Slang Meanings

    To make noise intentionally.
    He always makes a noise when he enters a room.
    Il aime toujours retentir quand il entre dans une pièce.
    To get noticed.
    His success echoed throughout the school.
    Sa réussite a retenti dans toute l'école.