Sting
Type: noun
Pronunciation: /sting/
Also spelled or known as: Short Music Cue
Plural: Stings
Related: Cue
What does Sting mean? A short musical phrase used for transitions, branding, etc.
Stings are common in radio, TV, podcasts, trailers, awards shows, and live events.
Sting synonyms: Stinger, Short Music Cue, Audio Cue, Musical Hit
Example sentence: “The podcast opened with a five-second sting.”
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