Pronunciation: /ˈdʒæŋɡəlɪŋ/

Definitions of jangling

verb to make a harsh, discordant sound

Example Sentences

A1 The keys were jangling in his pocket as he walked down the street.

A2 She could hear the jangling of bells in the distance.

B1 The wind chimes jangled loudly in the strong wind.

B2 The sound of keys jangling in the lock woke her up.

C1 The jangling of the tambourine added to the festive atmosphere of the party.

C2 The jangling of the phone interrupted their conversation.

adjective making a harsh, discordant sound

Example Sentences

A1 The jangling keys on the keychain were loud.

A2 She could hear the jangling of bells in the distance.

B1 The jangling sound of wind chimes filled the air.

B2 The jangling bracelets on her wrist made a musical sound.

C1 The jangling of the tambourine added to the festive atmosphere.

C2 The jangling of the metal chains echoed through the hallway.

Examples of jangling in a Sentence

formal The jangling of the keys on his belt could be heard from across the room.

informal I couldn't concentrate with all the jangling coming from the next room.

slang The jangling of her bracelets was so annoying, I had to leave the room.

figurative The jangling of emotions within her made it difficult to make a clear decision.

Grammatical Forms of jangling

past tense

jangled

plural

janglings

comparative

more jangling

superlative

most jangling

present tense

jangles

future tense

will jangle

perfect tense

have jangled

continuous tense

is jangling

singular

jangling

positive degree

jangle

infinitive

to jangle

gerund

jangling

participle

jangling

Origin and Evolution of jangling

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'jangling' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'jangler' meaning to chatter or gossip.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'jangling' evolved to also encompass the idea of making a harsh or discordant noise, in addition to its original meaning of talking in a noisy or gossipy manner.