sonnerie

la sonnerie
A feminine noun is used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la dame, la lune).
feminine noun
a. bell
Lorsque les élèves ont entendu la sonnerie, ils se sont précipités hors de la salle de classe.When the students heard the bell, they rushed out of the classroom.
b. ring
La sonnerie de l'alarme a retenti dans tout le bâtiment.The alarm's ring echoed throughout the building.
c. ringing
La sonnerie du téléphone a interrompu notre conversation.The ringing of the phone interrupted our conversation.
d. ringtone (phone)
J'ai changé ma sonnerie pour mieux entendre quand on m'appelle.I changed my ringtone so I can hear it better when someone calls.
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