1 C1 neutral
To resound or ring out loudly with a bell-like tone.
"The organ notes belled out through the cathedral's stone corridors."
inseparable
bell out
C1 informal inseparable intransitive
To produce a loud, resonant sound like a bell; occasionally used for singing or playing music loudly.
In plain English
To make a big, loud, ringing sound — like a bell.
What does "bell out" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
For a bell to sound outward.
Actually means
To make a big, loud, ringing sound — like a bell.
Usage tip
Very rare and not widely recognized as a standard phrasal verb. Learners are strongly advised to use 'ring out' or 'belt out' instead. May appear in poetic or descriptive writing.
Words that pair with "bell out"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
sound note music voice chime
How to conjugate "bell out"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
bell out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
bells out
he/she/it
Past simple
belled out
yesterday
Past participle
belled out
have + pp
-ing form
belling out
continuous
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