Pronunciation: /ˈpaʊndɪŋ/

Definitions of pounding

noun the action or sound of repeatedly hitting or striking something

Example Sentences

A1 I could hear the pounding of the drums in the distance.

A2 The pounding of my heart could be felt as I nervously waited for the test results.

B1 The pounding of the waves against the shore was mesmerizing.

B2 The pounding of the construction workers' hammers could be heard throughout the neighborhood.

C1 The pounding of the bass at the concert was so intense, I could feel it in my chest.

C2 The pounding of the rain on the roof was deafening, making it hard to sleep.

adjective describing something that is strong or forceful

Example Sentences

A1 The pounding rain made it difficult to see.

A2 She could feel her heart pounding in her chest as she approached the stage.

B1 The pounding headache was unbearable, so she took some painkillers.

B2 The pounding music at the concert was so loud that it could be felt in your chest.

C1 The pounding waves against the rocks created a mesmerizing rhythm.

C2 The pounding of the drums echoed through the stadium, creating an electrifying atmosphere.

Examples of pounding in a Sentence

formal The pounding of the waves against the shore could be heard from miles away.

informal I could feel my heart pounding as I approached the finish line.

slang I could hear the bass pounding at the club last night.

figurative The pounding rain on the roof made it difficult to concentrate on my work.

Grammatical Forms of pounding

past tense

pounded

plural

poundings

comparative

more pounding

superlative

most pounding

present tense

pounds

future tense

will pound

perfect tense

have pounded

continuous tense

is pounding

singular

pounding

positive degree

pounding

infinitive

to pound

gerund

pounding

participle

pounding

Origin and Evolution of pounding

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'pounding' originated from the Old English word 'pyndan' meaning to enclose or shut up.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'pounding' evolved to refer to the act of striking or beating repeatedly, especially in the context of pounding something into a powder or paste.