Definitions
- Describing a sound that is light, high-pitched, and pleasant to the ear. - Referring to a musical instrument or chime that produces a delicate and clear sound. - Talking about a voice that is soft, gentle, and soothing to listen to.
- Describing a sound that is light, high-pitched, and repetitive. - Referring to a small stream or fountain that produces a gentle and continuous sound. - Talking about a bell or metal object that produces a clear and ringing sound.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe sounds that are light and high-pitched.
- 2Both words can be used to describe musical instruments or chimes.
- 3Both words can be used to describe voices that are soft and gentle.
What is the difference?
- 1Repetition: Tinkling implies a repetitive sound, while tinkly does not.
- 2Continuousness: Tinkling implies a continuous sound, while tinkly does not.
- 3Source: Tinkling is often associated with water or metal objects, while tinkly is often associated with musical instruments or voices.
- 4Connotation: Tinkling can have a more delicate or fragile connotation, while tinkly can have a more cheerful or playful connotation.
- 5Usage: Tinkling is more commonly used as a verb or gerund, while tinkly is more commonly used as an adjective.
Remember this!
Tinkly and tinkling are synonyms that describe light and high-pitched sounds. However, tinkly is often associated with musical instruments or voices, while tinkling is often associated with water or metal objects. Additionally, tinkling implies a repetitive and continuous sound, while tinkly does not.
