Definitions
- Referring to a short, catchy tune or melody that is often used in advertising or as a ringtone. - Describing the sound of small metal objects, such as keys or coins, hitting against each other. - Talking about the sound of bells or chimes ringing.
- Describing the sound of small metal objects, such as keys or coins, hitting against each other repeatedly. - Referring to the sound of bells or chimes ringing continuously. - Talking about the act of making a jingling sound by shaking or moving small metal objects.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to sounds made by small metal objects.
- 2Both words can be used to describe the sound of bells or chimes.
- 3Both words are onomatopoeic, meaning they sound like the thing they describe.
What is the difference?
- 1Form: Jingle is a noun and a verb, while jingling is a verb and a gerund or present participle.
- 2Duration: Jingle refers to a short, catchy tune or sound, while jingling can be continuous or repetitive.
- 3Intensity: Jingle can be a soft or loud sound, while jingling is usually associated with a louder, more persistent sound.
- 4Purpose: Jingle is often used in advertising or as a ringtone, while jingling is more commonly associated with the sound of small metal objects or bells.
Remember this!
Jingle and jingling both refer to sounds made by small metal objects or bells. However, jingle is a noun and a verb that describes a short, catchy tune or sound, often used in advertising or as a ringtone. In contrast, jingling is a verb and a gerund or present participle that describes a continuous or repetitive sound made by small metal objects or bells.
