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    Kumuliling (en. Tinkling)

    ku-mu-li-ling

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A sound similar to tapping or ringing, usually coming from small objects.
    I heard the tinkling of glasses as it rained.
    Narinig ko ang kumuliling ng mga salamin habang umuulan.
    A type of sound that comes from the movement of small metal or glass.
    The tinkling of the bell attracted people around.
    Ang kumuliling ng kampana ay umaakit sa mga tao sa paligid.
    Usually involves small objects such as coins or bells.
    I heard the tinkling of coins in his pocket.
    Nadinig ko ang kumuliling ng mga barya sa kanyang bulsa.

    Etymology

    From the root word 'kumulil' which means 'the creation of small sounds'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    tinkling of the bell
    the sound of a bell reaching the ears of listeners.
    kumuliling ng kampana

    Related Words

    kumulil
    The root word that describes the process of making sound.
    kumulil

    Slang Meanings

    Going viral or becoming popular
    His song 'Tayo'y Mga Pinoy' is going viral on TikTok!
    Ang kanta niyang 'Tayo'y Mga Pinoy' ay kumuliling sa TikTok!
    Becoming a topic of conversation
    The gossip about their relationship is becoming talk of the town!
    Ang chika tungkol sa kanilang relasyon ay kumuliling!