Sonido (en. Sound)

/soˈniðo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A vibration that is transmitted through a medium and can be perceived by the ear.
The sound of rain is very relaxing.
El sonido de la lluvia es muy relajante.
Any noise or tone emitted by an object or living being.
The sound of a piano fills the room.
El sonido de un piano llena la sala.
The waves that produce hearing.
The sound of the waves reminds me of my vacation.
El sonido de las olas me recuerda a mis vacaciones.

Etymology

From the Latin 'sonitus', which means 'noise' or 'vibration'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ambient sound
Background noise that is heard in an environment.
sonido ambiente
surround sound
Audio system that creates a three-dimensional listening experience.
sonido envolvente
in good sound
A saying used to express that something is well done or in order.
a buen sonido

Related Words

sonority
Characteristic of what sounds; volume or intensity of a sound.
sonoridad
sonorous
Producing a clear and resonant sound.
sonoro
clean sound
A sound that is perceived without distortion or interference.
sonido limpio

Slang Meanings

Music or melody that is heard
That song has a sound that I love.
Esa canción tiene un sonido que me encanta.
Unusual noises or sounds
I heard a strange sound in the house last night.
Escuché un sonido raro en la casa anoche.
Trendy music style
That new artist has a fresh sound.
Ese nuevo artista tiene un sonido fresco.