Sound as a bell

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Heard in Mayo

In excellent condition, completely reliable, and free of faults.

In use

That second-hand car is sound as a bell, I'll buy it straight away!

Posh English

That pre-owned motor car appears thoroughly dependable and in pristine order, so I shall acquire it immediately.

  • SoundA decent, reliable person. Also used to express thanks.
  • Sound as a pound in a euro shopA thoroughly decent and reliable person.
  • Sound outDecent, reliable, amiable.
  • Bell endThe glans penis; used dismissively in retorts.
  • Bell meAn instruction to telephone or ring someone.
  • Bell taraSlang term for the male sexual organ or engaging in sexual intercourse.