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    Sonnèrent (en. Sounded)

    [sɔ.nɛ.ʁɑ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To be produced as a sound by a musical instrument or another object.
    The bells rang at noon.
    Les cloches sonnèrent à midi.
    To evoke a certain atmosphere or feeling through sound.
    The drums rang out vigorously during the festival.
    Les tambours sonnèrent avec vigueur lors du festival.
    To produce a sound that attracts attention.
    The phone rang insistently.
    Le téléphone sonna avec insistance.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'to ring', derived from Latin 'sonare', meaning 'to make a sound'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    ring like a bell
    means to be very clear or obvious.
    sonner comme une cloche
    ring the death knell
    indicates the imminent end of something.
    sonner le glas
    go like a note in water
    means that something is going very well or is well received.
    aller comme un son dans l'eau

    Related Words

    sound
    audible vibration to the ears.
    son
    ringing
    action of ringing or producing a sound.
    sonnerie
    timbre
    quality of the sound.
    sonorité

    Slang Meanings

    To explain that something is happening or that something is going on.
    When they said there would be a party, everyone started to ring, as if to confirm.
    Quand ils ont dit qu'il y aurait une fête, tout le monde a commencé à sonner, comme pour confirmer.
    To indicate that something is very cool or impressive.
    This new song sounds really good!
    Cette nouvelle chanson sonne vraiment bien !