ertönen
Translation
to sound, to ring out, to resound
Examples
Plötzlich ertönte ein lauter Schrei.
Suddenly a loud scream sounded.
Die Glocken ertönen um zwölf Uhr.
The bells ring out at twelve o'clock.
Eine Fanfare ertönte.
A fanfare sounded.
Grammar Patterns
sth. sounds / rings out A signal sounded.
Similar Words
Synonyms: erklingen, erschallen, klingen
Etymology
From the prefix 'er-' (indicating the beginning of an action) and 'tönen' (to sound). It means 'to begin to sound' or 'to sound out'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Ton' (tone/sound) that suddenly starts ('er-') and rings out for all to hear. Often used for signals, bells, or music.