Earbud: meaning, definitions and examples
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earbud
[ ˈɪərbʌd ]
audio device
An earbud is a small headphone that is designed to fit directly in the outer ear. They are typically used for listening to music, podcasts, or audio from devices like smartphones. Due to their compact size, they are favored for portability and convenience.
Synonyms
bud, earphone, in-ear headphone
Examples of usage
- I plugged in my earbuds to listen to my favorite playlist.
- The new earbuds provide excellent sound quality.
- She prefers using earbuds while jogging.
- My earbuds fell out during the workout.
Translations
Translations of the word "earbud" in other languages:
🇵🇹 fones de ouvido
🇮🇳 ईयरबड
🇩🇪 Ohrhörer
🇮🇩 earbud
🇺🇦 вкладиші
🇵🇱 słuchawki douszne
🇯🇵 イヤフォン
🇫🇷 écouteurs
🇪🇸 auriculares
🇹🇷 kulaklık
🇰🇷 이어폰
🇸🇦 سماعات أذن
🇨🇿 sluchátka do uší
🇸🇰 slúchadlá do uší
🇨🇳 耳塞
🇸🇮 slusalke
🇮🇸 eyrnaskot
🇰🇿 құлақаспап
🇬🇪 ყურსასმენები
🇦🇿 qulaqlıq
🇲🇽 audífonos
Etymology
The word 'earbud' is a combination of 'ear' and 'bud', which suggests a small, typically round form that fits snugly into the ear. Earbuds as we know them today became popular in the late 20th century with the advent of portable music players, notably the iPod launched in 2001. The design drew on earlier models of audio devices that were used in conjunction with cassette tapes and Walkman players. Over the years, technology has evolved, leading to wireless earbuds that connect via Bluetooth, further advancing their popularity and functionality. As of the early 2020s, earbuds have become a staple accessory for music lovers, gamers, and people looking for convenience in their audio experiences.