Bealla
/ˈbɛl.lə/noun
An Old English term for a bell or a ringing sound.
Did you know?In medieval rituals, bells were believed to ward off evil spirits, making 'bealla' not just a sound, but a protective charm.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*bōla
“a sound or noise, often associated with a call or alert”
Old English
OE
beall
“a bell, often used in religious or ceremonial contexts”
Middle English
ME
belle
“a bell, commonly used in churches and town squares”
Modern English
English
bell
“a hollow metallic device producing a ringing sound when struck”
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