This is the 6368th most frequent French word.
gong
A "gong" in French refers to a percussion instrument consisting of a metal disk that produces a resonant sound when struck.
In this sentence, "gong" is used to refer to an instrument that produces a resonant sound when struck, often used for signaling purposes.
Le gong annonça le début de la cérémonie.
The gong announced the beginning of the ceremony.
Here, "gong" refers to the sound produced by the instrument, emphasizing the auditory experience of hearing it.
Nous avons entendu un gong au loin, mystérieux et intrigant.
We heard a gong in the distance, mysterious and intriguing.
This usage of "gong" describes the physical object as a musical instrument and implies the speaker's interest in collecting such items.