Pronunciation: /ˈθʌmpɪŋ/
noun the act of hitting or striking something with a loud and rhythmic sound
A1 I heard a thumping sound coming from the other room.
A2 The thumping of the drums could be heard throughout the village.
B1 The thumping of my heart told me I was nervous.
B2 The thumping of the bass in the nightclub was so loud it shook the floor.
C1 The thumping of the helicopter blades overhead signaled the arrival of the rescue team.
C2 The thumping of the construction machinery could be felt vibrating through the entire building.
adjective describing a sound that is loud and rhythmic
A1 The baby's thumping heartbeat could be heard through the stethoscope.
A2 She could feel the thumping bass from the music festival vibrating through her chest.
B1 The thumping noise coming from the next room was keeping me awake all night.
B2 The thumping sound of the drums echoed through the concert hall, creating an electrifying atmosphere.
C1 The thumping beat of the music reverberated through the club, making it impossible to stand still.
C2 The thumping rhythm of the tribal drums filled the air, transporting the audience to another world.
formal The thumping sound of the bass could be heard throughout the concert hall.
informal I could feel the thumping of the music in my chest at the party.
slang The party was lit, with the thumping beats keeping everyone on their feet.
figurative Her heart was thumping with excitement as she waited for the results.
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