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Definitie & Betekenis van "[ring] a bell"

to ring a bell
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to make one feel a sense of familiarity or help one remember something

to [ring] a bell definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "make a go of something" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "ring a bell" is not tied to a specific historical reference, but it draws upon the sound of a bell as a metaphor for memory recall. Bells have long been used as signaling devices, and their distinctive sound can be associated with awakening or alerting someone to an event or information. It represents the act of a familiar sound triggering a recollection or recognition in one's memory. It is commonly used in conversations, discussions, or interactions where someone wants to determine if a particular piece of information or topic is familiar to the listener.

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I mentioned the movie title to him, and it immediately rang a bell, triggering his memory of watching it years ago.
I mentioned his name, but it didn't seem to ring a bell with her.
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