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    Audición (en. Hearing)

    /au̯diˈθjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The process by which sounds are perceived.
    Audition is fundamental for communication.
    La audición es fundamental para la comunicación.
    A test or selection to obtain a role in a play or show.
    Juan went to the audition for the lead role in the play.
    Juan fue a la audición para el papel principal de la obra de teatro.
    Study of the sense of hearing.
    Audition specialists analyze how the human ear works.
    Los especialistas en audición analizan cómo funciona el oído humano.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'audītio', which means 'the act of hearing'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to audition
    To participate in a test for a role or position.
    hacer audición
    blind audition
    A type of audition where participants are evaluated without being seen.
    audición a ciegas

    Related Words

    hearing aid
    Device used to assist people with hearing problems.
    audífono
    audit
    Review or evaluation of processes.
    auditoría
    audible
    That which can be heard.
    audible

    Slang Meanings

    To try one's luck in a performance.
    I'm going to the audition to see if I'm chosen.
    Voy a la audición, a ver si me eligen.
    An opportunity to showcase talent.
    That audition is my last chance to get into the academy.
    Esa audición es mi última chance para entrar a la academia.