bling bling

See also: bling-bling

English

Etymology

From Jamaican slang, a sound suggested by the quality of light reflected by diamonds, adopted by American rappers. Compare words of similar sound and meaning: blink, blinding, blank.

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /blɪŋ blɪŋ/

Noun

bling bling (uncountable)

(slang) Shiny jewelry that displays wealth, such as a diamond ring or a stylish gold necklace or bracelet.

Synonyms

(jewelry displaying wealth): bling

Translations

shiny jewelry that displays wealth

Finnish: bling bling, killuttimet
German: Bling-Bling (de) n

Italian: bling bling m, bling bling f

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