Sonora (en. Sonorous)

/soˈnoɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of something that has noticeable sonority.
The loud voice of the singer filled the auditorium.
La sonora voz de la cantante llenó el auditorio.
Referring to a place known for its musical atmosphere.
The plaza is a loud place where there is always music.
La plaza es un lugar sonora donde siempre hay música.
adjective
That sounds clear and resonant.
The drum has a very loud sound.
El tambor tiene un sonido muy sonora.
Something that resonates intensely.
The echo in the cave was especially loud.
El eco de la cueva era especialmente sonora.

Etymology

From Latin 'sonorus', which means 'sound' or 'that which makes sound'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

resounding victory
A victory that is achieved emphatically.
sonora victoria
loud voice
Clear and powerful voice.
voz sonora
resonant echoes
Sounds that repeat in the distance.
ecos sonoros

Related Words

sound
Acoustic perception produced by vibrations.
sonido
sonority
Quality of sounding clearly.
sonoridad
sonorous
That makes a strong and clear sound.
sonoroso

Slang Meanings

Expression used to describe something that impresses with its sound.
That song is super loud, I love it.
Esa canción es súper sonora, me encanta.
Term used to refer to a party with good music.
The party was a loud event, no one stopped dancing.
La fiesta fue un evento sonora, nadie dejó de bailar.