Basic Details
Word: Bang
Part of Speech: Verb / Noun
Meaning: A loud noise; to hit something hard.
Synonyms: Crash, thud, bang-up
Antonyms: Whisper, hush
Idioms and Phrases
- Bang for your buck: Getting good value for the money you spend. Example: "This new phone gives you a lot of bang for your buck it's affordable and has great features!"
- Go out with a bang: To do something in a very impressive or exciting way. Example: "We decided to go out with a bang on our last day of school by throwing a big party."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Suddenly, there was a loud bang when the door slammed shut.
Example 2: The fireworks went off with a spectacular bang, lighting up the night sky.
Example 3: He banged the drum loudly to get everyone's attention during the parade.
Fun Fact
The word "bang" can be traced back to the late 16th century, and it is related to other words that describe sudden noises, such as "bang-up" which originally described something that was fantastic or excellent.
Famous Quote
"Life is not a bed of roses; it's a bang up adventure with all the surprises and challenges that make it worthwhile." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "bang" mean?
a) A type of fruit
b) A loud noise or hitting something hard
c) A kind of dance
d) A type of animal
Answer: b) A loud noise or hitting something hard
2. Which of these is a synonym of "bang"?
a) Whisper
b) Thud
c) Quiet
d) Light
Answer: b) Thud
3. Which word is an antonym of "bang"?
a) Crash
b) Hush
c) Slam
d) Clang
Answer: b) Hush
4. Which sentence uses "bang" correctly?
a) She decided to bang the book gently on the table.
b) The children played outside until they heard a bang.
c) He loves to bang quietly while he studies.
d) We all banged when the sun was shining.
Answer: b) The children played outside until they heard a bang.
5. Which idiom means to have good value for money?
a) Go out with a bang
b) Bang for your buck
c) Take a bang
d) Bang on the drum
Answer: b) Bang for your buck
