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Words for Types of Sounds

Sound-related vocabulary

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babble

Continuous, foolish talk or murmuring sound.

"The babble of the brook was soothing."

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bang

A loud, sudden noise.

"The door shut with a bang."

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boom

A deep, resonant sound.

"The boom of thunder startled us."

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buzz

A low, continuous humming sound like bees.

"The buzz of bees filled the garden."

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clang

A loud metallic ringing sound.

"The clang of the bell echoed."

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crackle

A series of small, sharp sounds.

"The fire made a crackle."

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creak

A long, high-pitched squeaky sound.

"The floorboards creak at night."

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drone

A low, continuous monotonous sound.

"The drone of engines filled the air."

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hiss

A prolonged “s” sound like steam or snakes.

"The cat gave a hiss."

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howl

A long, loud, mournful cry.

"Wolves let out a howl at night."

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hum

A low, steady continuous sound.

"The fridge made a constant hum."

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murmur

A soft, indistinct sound made by people or nature.

"A murmur ran through the crowd."

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peal

A loud ringing or burst of sound, especially of bells.

"A peal of laughter rang out."

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roar

A deep, loud animal or crowd sound.

"The lion let out a roar."

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rumble

A deep, continuous rolling sound.

"The rumble of distant thunder grew louder."

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rustle

A soft, light sound of leaves or fabric moving.

"A rustle came from the bushes."

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shriek

A high-pitched, sharp cry.

"She let out a shriek of terror."

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thud

A heavy, dull sound of something falling.

"The book fell with a thud."

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twang

A sharp vibrating sound, like a plucked string.

"He plucked the guitar with a twang."

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whisper

A soft, hushed way of speaking.

"They spoke in a whisper."

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