Resonancia (en. Resonance)

/res.oˈnan.θja/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Physical phenomenon in which a system responds with an increase in amplitude at a specific frequency.
The resonance of the guitar occurs in the wooden body.
La resonancia de la guitarra se produce en la caja de madera.
Effect produced by a prolonged or amplified sound.
The resonance of the room made the music sound more intense.
La resonancia de la sala hizo que la música sonara más intensa.
Emotional or psychological reaction to a situation.
The story of the book had a profound resonance with readers.
La historia del libro tuvo una resonancia profunda en los lectores.

Etymology

From Latin 'resonantia', which means 'echo' or 'sound returning'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

magnetic resonance
Imaging technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create images of the body.
resonancia magnética
emotional resonance
The ability of something to provoke emotions in a person.
resonancia emocional
social resonance
The impact that an event or phenomenon has on public perception.
resonancia social

Related Words

resonator
Device that produces or amplifies resonance.
resonador
vibration
Oscillatory movement of a body.
vibración
acoustics
Science that studies the production and propagation of sound.
acústica

Slang Meanings

Strong emotional impact.
That movie had incredible resonance among young audiences.
Esa película tuvo una resonancia increíble entre el público joven.
Intense popular reaction.
The concert had a resonance among the fans, it was amazing.
El concierto tuvo una resonancia entre los fans, fue increíble.