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gong
A large, disc-shaped percussion instrument made of metal that produces a long-lasting, vibrating sound when struck.
Der riesige Gong im Tempel wird nur zu besonderen Zeremonien geschlagen.
The huge gong in the temple is struck only for special ceremonies.
gong
The loud, echoing sound produced by a gong or bell as a signal.
Der Gong ertönte und beendete die Schulstunde.
The gong sounded and ended the lesson.
The verb tells you whether the instrument or the sound is meant. The instrument is 'geschlagen' (struck), while the sound 'ertönt' (sounds/rings out) or 'gehört wird' (is heard).
Der Boxer wurde vom Gong gerettet.
The boxer was saved by the gong.
The word 'Gong' is onomatopoeic. This means it imitates the sound the instrument makes. That can help you remember the word.
Gong! Die Stunde ist vorbei.
Gong! The lesson is over.
When the sound is meant, the gong usually serves as a clear signal for a beginning or an end. Typical examples are the school break gong or the gong in a boxing match.
Als der Gong ertönte, wussten alle Schüler, dass die Pause vorbei war.
When the gong sounded, all the students knew that the break was over.
