What are the definitions of “bang out”?
Learn how to use these expressions through these examples
- 1Play a musical instrument loudly.
She BANGED the tune OUT on the piano.
What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “bang out”?
The most common meaning of the phrasal verb bang out is to play a musical instrument loudly or with force. It often implies that the person playing the instrument is doing so with enthusiasm or energy.
What are the different verb forms of “bang out”?
| Root Verb | bang out |
| Third Person Singular Present | bangs out |
| Present Participle | banging out |
| Simple Past | banged out |
| Past Participle | banged out |
Example
He bangs out his favorite song on the guitar.
Example
She bangs out a tune on the piano every morning.
Example
The drummer is banging out a beat for the band.
Example
Yesterday, they banged out a lively tune at the party.
Example
The song was banged out with great enthusiasm by the musicians.
What kind of phrasal verb is “bang out”?
Notes from a Native English Speaker
What is a transitive and intransitive verb? - A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.) - An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)
Transitive verb
“bang out” is a transitive phrasal verb because it requires a direct object to complete its meaning. The direct object specifies what is being removed, obtained, or eliminated.
Example
She banged out a tune on the piano.
Example
He banged out a rhythm on the drums.
Notes from a Native English Speaker
What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb? - A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle. - An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.
Inseparable
“bang out” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.
Example
She banged out a tune on the piano.
Example
He banged out a rhythm on the drums.
What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “bang out”?
Bang out a tune
Play a song or melody on a musical instrument, usually with force or enthusiasm.
Example
He banged out a tune on the guitar that everyone recognized.
Bang out a rhythm
Play a beat or rhythm on a musical instrument, typically with force or energy.
Example
The drummer banged out a rhythm that got everyone dancing.
Good things to know
Does “bang out” have an informal or formal tone?
Bang out is an informal phrasal verb, typically used in casual conversations or settings. It may not be appropriate for formal writing or situations where a more formal tone is required. In such cases, alternatives like 'play loudly' or 'perform with force' can be used.
What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “bang out”?
Synonyms
- play loudly
- perform with force
- hammer out
- pound out
Antonyms
- play softly
- perform gently
- whisper
- murmur
