bell ringing

• Неформальное выражение, относящееся к чему-то, что звучит знакомо или вызывает смутное воспоминание, как будто в сознании звенит колокольчик. Часто используется во фразе «это напоминает мне».

An informal expression referring to something that sounds familiar or triggers a vague memory, as if a bell is ringing in one's mind. Often used in the phrase 'that rings a bell'.

1. Activity of ringing bellsB2formal

   The act or practice of ringing bells, especially church bells or handbells, often as a musical or ceremonial activity.

   Звон в колокола

   • Bell ringing is a traditional part of the Sunday service.
   • She joined the local bell ringing society to learn the craft.
   • The sound of bell ringing echoed across the valley.

2. Familiar or triggering memoryB2informal

   Used metaphorically to describe something that sounds familiar or triggers a memory.

   Знакомый или вызывающий воспоминания

   • That name doesn't ring a bell with me.
   • His face is bell ringing, but I can't recall where I've seen him.
   • The melody was bell ringing, reminding her of her childhood.