Word bank

Improve your reading skills, Memorize words and practice vocabulary

Memorized by 0+ users

sound

/saʊnd/
Meanings
  • noun

    The sensation we experience when sound waves reach our ears.

  • noun

    A means of transmitting information or expressing emotion through sound.

Pronunciation
  1. /saʊnd/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=283143"
  2. /saʊnd/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=283143"
  3. /saʊnd/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=283143"
  4. /saʊnd/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=283143"
Synonyms

echo , reecho , resonate
Rhymes
Words rhyming with sound
bound , hound , pound , round
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. Sound (en) : A solid object or substance

  2. Sound (en) : A company

Variants
List of all variants of sound that leads to same result
sound , sounds , soundable , sounded , sounding , sounder , soundest , soundly , soundness , soundnesses , sound-and-light show , sound barrier , sound barriers , sound-bite
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

sounds, making a sound, the sound of, sound off

Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'soun(d)'; related to 'sounen' to sound.

Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

  1. Did you know that elephants have the best hearing of any land animal? They can hear sounds as low as 16 Hz!

  2. The term 'sound check' comes from the practice of checking the sound levels before a live performance.

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. Acoustics: The scientific study of sound and its properties, effects, and transmission.

  2. Sound wave: A disturbance that propagates through a medium, such as air or water, carrying energy and information from the source to the receiver.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Sound has been an integral part of human civilization since ancient times. It has been used in various forms of art, music, and literature to express emotions, convey messages, and create unique experiences. In music, sound is produced through the vibration of strings, air columns, or membranes. In literature, sound is used to create mood, atmosphere, and symbolism. For example, the use of onomatopoeia in literature helps to create a vivid and immersive reading experience.

How to Memorize "sound"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a vibrating object, such as a bell, producing sound waves that travel through the air and reach your ears.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'sound' with the sensation of hearing and the experience of music or other forms of audio media.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'Sounds' to remember the definition: 'Sensation Understood As Noticed Through Sound'.

Memorize "sound" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize sound is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

  1. Highlighting:

    Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.

  2. Periodic Reminders:

    Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.

Install Now