Pronunciation: [twˈaŋz] (IPA) 
The word "twangs" is spelled with a 't' and 'w' sound at the beginning, followed by an 'a' sound and an 'ng' sound. To be more specific, the IPA phonetic transcription for "twangs" is /twæŋz/. The 't' is pronounced like the beginning of the word "toe," the 'w' has a slight breathiness like the beginning of "why," the 'a' is pronounced like the 'a' in "hat," and the 'ng' sound is pronounced like the end of the word "sing."
Twangs, as a noun, refers to resonant, sharp, or vibrating sounds produced by plucking or striking a musical instrument, most commonly a stringed one like a guitar, banjo, or sitar. It is characterized by a high pitch, sharp attack, and often a lingering vibrato or reverberation. Twangs can vary in intensity, from delicate and subtle to loud and forceful. These sounds are typically associated with folk, country, and various other genres of music that make use of stringed instruments.
As a verb, twangs describes the action of producing or emitting such resonant sounds. It refers to the act of plucking or striking the strings of an instrument in a manner that elicits the characteristic twang. Additionally, it can also metaphorically depict the act of producing or causing a similar sound or effect, as with vocal cords or other objects that produce vibrations or sharp tones. In a broader context, it can signify the action of making a sound that is reminiscent of a twang, such as the sound produced by a spring recoiling or a snapped elastic.
Overall, twangs encompass the auditory sensation arising from the rapid release of tension or energy, resulting in a distinct, clear, and vibrant sound that is often associated with musical instruments and their strings.
The word "twangs" is derived from the Middle English word "twangen", which originally meant to resound or vibrate. It was used specifically in relation to the sound produced by plucking a stringed musical instrument, particularly the twanging of a bowstring. Over time, the term "twangs" came to be associated with the distinct, metallic sound produced by the vibrating strings of instruments such as guitars or banjos. The word has also been adapted to refer to various other sounds that resemble the twanging of a string, such as the sound of a plucked or twanging voice.
