acoustics — the properties or qualities of a room or building that determine how sound is transmitted in it
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the properties or qualities of a room or building that determine how sound is transmitted in it
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈkuːstɪks/
Example Sentences
- The theater's acoustics were so bad that even the actors couldn't hear themselves sing.
- Modern recording studios invest millions in perfecting their acoustics.
- My bathroom has amazing acoustics - I sound like Pavarotti in the shower!
acoustics
NOUN[/əˈkuːstɪks/]
the properties or qualities of a room or building that determine how sound is transmitted in it
The hall's acoustics make every whisper from the stage reach the back row.
Great acoustics let acoustic music sound beautiful throughout the hall.
Excellent acoustics brought the music beautifully to every audience member.
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Origin
From Greek 'akoustikos' meaning 'of hearing' or 'relating to sound,' derived from 'akouein' meaning 'to hear.' The term was adopted into English in the 17th century to describe the science of sound.
Breakdown
acous- (from Greek akouein, to hear) + -tics (noun suffix indicating a field of study or set of qualities) = acoustics
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“The theater's acoustics were so bad that even the actors couldn't hear themselves sing.”
“Modern recording studios invest millions in perfecting their acoustics.”
“My bathroom has amazing acoustics - I sound like Pavarotti in the shower!”
“The professor explained how underwater acoustics differ from those in air.”
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