Definition
铿 is an onomatopoeia that imitates the sound of metal striking metal — a sharp, resonant clang or clatter. You can use it to describe the sound of a gong, a dropped metal pan, or a sword clash. It's a literary or descriptive word, not used in everyday casual speech.
onomatopoeia
clangclatter (of metal striking metal)
Examples
- 铿，。Zhǐ tīng kēng de yì shēng, tiěguō diào zài le dìshang.With a clang, the iron pot fell to the ground.
- 铿，。Luó gǔ fāchū kēng de yì shēng, rènao fēifán.The gongs and drums gave out a clanging sound, very lively.
- ，铿。Bǎojiàn xiāng jī, fāchū kēng de shēngxiǎng.The swords clashed, producing a clanging sound.
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