noun
Refers to the sound produced by something ringing, such as a bell, phone, or alarm. Often used in compound nouns like 鳴り物 (musical instrument) or 鳴り響く (to resound).
電話の鳴りがうるさい。
The ringing of the phone is annoying.
鐘の鳴りが村中に響いた。
The sound of the bell echoed throughout the village.