Sounds Vocabulary

noun A sharp, metallic sound

verb To make or cause to make a sharp, metallic sound

• The sommelier demonstrated the proper way to clink glasses before a toast.
• Let's clink our glasses together before taking a sip!
• We should totally clink our drinks for good luck!
• The sound of the coins clinking in his pocket reminded him of his wealth.

noun a short, high-pitched sound or cry

verb to make a short, high-pitched sound

• The old hinges on the door began to squeak as it opened.
• I heard a little squeak coming from the mouse in the corner.
• That car's brakes always squeak, it's so annoying.
• Her voice had a slight squeak of nervousness in it.