Jangle

Pro Tip 1/3

Metallic Objects

Commonly associated with metal objects like keys or coins that hit each other.

I could hear the janitor's keys jangle as he walked down the hallway.

Pro Tip 2/3

Signal Arrival

'Jangle' can indicate someone's arrival or movement due to associated sounds.

The jangle of her bracelets announced her entry into the room.

Pro Tip 3/3

Attention Grabbing

The noise is often used to attract attention or as a signal.

He jangled his keys to catch everyone's attention.