Traditionally used as a humorous cue for failure, disappointment, or anticlimax. Characterized by its exaggerated slide downward in pitch, the sound has become a cultural shorthand in comedy, cartoons, game shows, and sound effect libraries.
Womp, womp! A tiny sound-effect trombone that plays the classic “sad trombone” jingle when tilted, complete with stickers and a 32-page illustrated mini book — a perfect humorous gift or novelty item.
By Hachette Books