Acoustics: meaning, definitions and examples

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acoustics

 

[ əˈkuːstɪks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

study of sound

Acoustics is the branch of physics that deals with the study of sound, its production, transmission, and effects.

Synonyms

audio engineering, sound science

Examples of usage

  • The acoustics of the concert hall are designed to optimize the sound for the audience.
  • Understanding acoustics is essential for designing a good recording studio.
  • In the field of acoustics, researchers study how sound waves behave in different environments.

Translations

Translations of the word "acoustics" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acústica

🇮🇳 ध्वनिविज्ञान

🇩🇪 Akustik

🇮🇩 akustik

🇺🇦 акустика

🇵🇱 akustyka

🇯🇵 音響学 (おんきょうがく)

🇫🇷 acoustique

🇪🇸 acústica

🇹🇷 akustik

🇰🇷 음향학 (eumhyanghak)

🇸🇦 علم الصوتيات

🇨🇿 akustika

🇸🇰 akustika

🇨🇳 声学 (shēngxué)

🇸🇮 akustika

🇮🇸 hljóðfræði

🇰🇿 акустика

🇬🇪 აკუსტიკა

🇦🇿 akustika

🇲🇽 acústica

Etymology

The word 'acoustics' originates from the Greek word 'akoustikos' meaning 'of or for hearing'. The study of acoustics has been important throughout history, from ancient civilizations using sound for communication to the development of modern audio technology.

See also: acoustically.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,093, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.