Resonate Meaning in English

word

US

ˈɹɛzəˌneɪt

REZ-uh-nayt

UK

ɹˈɛzənˌeɪt

REZ-uh-nayt

Definition

To produce a deep, clear, continuing sound, or to have a strong emotional or personal effect on someone.

Usage & Nuances

Common in both literal (sound-related) and figurative (emotional/idea connection) senses. In conversation, 'resonate with' is often used to describe something that feels meaningful or relatable. Not slang; fits both formal and informal contexts.

• Spanish: resonar - tener eco (sentido figurado) - conectar
• Portuguese (BR): ressonar - ter eco (sentido figurado) - conectar
• Portuguese (PT): ressoar - ter eco (sentido figurado) - conectar
• Chinese (Simplified): 共鸣 - 回响
• Chinese (Traditional): 共鳴 - 回響
• Hindi: गूंजना - भावनात्मक रूप से जुड़ना
• Arabic: يتردد صداه - يتردد (بالمعنى المجازي) - يلقى صدى
• Bengali: প্রকোপ (শব্দের জন্য) - সাড়া দেওয়া (অন্তরে পৌঁছানো অর্থে)
• Russian: резонировать
• Japanese: 共鳴する
• Vietnamese: vang vọng - có sức ảnh hưởng (tác động mạnh mẽ)
• Korean: 울리다 - 공감하다
• Turkish: yankılamak - etkisini uyandırmak
• Urdu: گونجنا - اثر کرنا (دل پر)
• Indonesian: bergema - menyentuh (secara emosional)

Example Sentences

The music resonated in the hall.

basic

Her speech resonated with many people.

basic

The idea resonated with the team.

basic

That story really resonated with me.

natural

His words resonated long after the meeting was over.

natural

I want my message to resonate with young people.

natural