Ping Meaning in English
word
/ˈpɪŋ/
ping
/pˈɪŋ/
ping
Definition
To send a signal or message, often electronically, to test if someone or something is available or responsive. Originally from computer networking, now also means to contact or alert someone briefly.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and tech-related. Commonly used in tech ('ping a server') and everyday speech ('I'll ping you later'). In business, suggests a brief check-in. Not used for physical actions—use 'text', 'message', or 'call' in non-tech contexts.
Spanish: enviar ping - hacer pingPortuguese (BR): pingar - enviar pingPortuguese (PT): pingar - enviar pingChinese (Simplified): 发 ping - 发送 pingChinese (Traditional): 發 ping - 發送 pingHindi: पिंग भेजनाArabic: إرسال بينجBengali: পিং করা - সংকেত পাঠানোRussian: пинговать - отправить запросJapanese: ピングする - 信号を送るVietnamese: ping - gửi tín hiệuKorean: 핑하다 - 신호를 보내다Turkish: ping atmak - sinyal göndermekUrdu: پنگ کرنا - سگنل بھیجناIndonesian: ping - mengirim sinyal
Example Sentences
Can you ping the server to check if it is online?
basic
I'll ping you when I arrive.
basic
He sent a quick ping to his colleague.
basic
Just ping me if you need any help.
natural
Our internet is down—I can’t even ping Google.
natural
I’ll ping the group and see who’s available for dinner tonight.
natural