Ding (verb)

1. To make a ringing or resonant sound, as of metal being struck.
2. To make a small dent or scratch in a surface.

Origin:

Of uncertain origin but likely imitative in nature, as a sound of a light hit or a bell.

Examples:

1. The bell dinged to signal the end of the round.
2. The metal spoon dinged against the glass.
3. The car dinged as it hit the wall.
4. The door dinged when someone opened it.
5. The elevator dinged to indicate the arrival on the floor.