Sound Symbolism

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A bell sound word is a short, onomatopoeic term that conveys the acoustic character of a bell in writing and speech. It translates physical properties such as pitch, duration, a...

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Chiltara is a term used in some languages to describe the sound of a sudden sharp alarm, shrill noise, or an abrupt call to attention. It is often associated with whistles, sire...

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