klank

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See also: klānk- and klänk-

Afrikaans

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Etymology

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From Dutch klank, from Middle Dutch clanc.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /klaŋk/
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Noun

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klank (plural klanke)

  1. sound

Dutch

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Etymology

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From Middle Dutch clanc. This etymology is incomplete. You can help Wiktionary by elaborating on the origins of this term.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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klank m (plural klanken, diminutive klankje n)

  1. sound
    De fluit produceert een heldere klank.
    The flute produces a clear sound.
    De klanken van de viool vulden de concertzaal.
    The sounds of the violin filled the concert hall.
    De zangvogels zorgden voor een prachtige symfonie van klanken in de vroege ochtend.
    The songbirds created a beautiful symphony of sounds in the early morning.

Derived terms

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Descendants

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  • Afrikaans: klank
  • Negerhollands: klank