Phonology Terminology

noun a sudden sharp feeling of pain or distress

verb to cause a sudden sharp feeling of pain or distress

• The sudden pang of guilt made her apologize immediately.
• I felt a pang of jealousy when I saw her new car.
• That breakup gave me a real pang in the heart.
• The pang of hunger reminded him to grab a snack.

noun a sound made by a bell or other object when rung

verb the action of making a ringing sound

• The ringing of the church bells could be heard throughout the town.
• I could hear the phone ringing, but I was too lazy to answer it.
• My ears are still ringing from that concert last night.
• The ringing in my ears after the explosion was a constant reminder of the danger I had faced.