Resonating: meaning, definitions and examples

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resonating

 

[ ˈrɛzəˌneɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

sound quality

Resonating refers to the phenomenon where a sound or vibration amplifies and reverberates within a space. This occurs when the natural frequency of an object aligns with the frequency of the sound waves, leading to a powerful output of sound. In music, resonating can enhance the depth and richness of notes played, contributing to the overall acoustic experience. It can also refer to ideas or feelings that resonate with individuals, indicating a connection or impact on an emotional level.

Synonyms

echoing, resounding, reverberating, vibrating

Examples of usage

  • The strings of the guitar were resonating beautifully.
  • Her speech resonated with the audience.
  • The room was filled with resonating voices.
  • The speaker's words continued to resonate long after the event.

Translations

Translations of the word "resonating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ressonante

🇮🇳 गूंजता हुआ

🇩🇪 resonant

🇮🇩 beresonansi

🇺🇦 резонуючий

🇵🇱 rezonujący

🇯🇵 共鳴する

🇫🇷 résonnant

🇪🇸 resonante

🇹🇷 rezonanslı

🇰🇷 공명하는

🇸🇦 يتردد

🇨🇿 rezonující

🇸🇰 rezonujúci

🇨🇳 共鸣的

🇸🇮 rezonanten

🇮🇸 óma

🇰🇿 резонансты

🇬🇪 რეზონანტი

🇦🇿 rezonanslı

🇲🇽 resonante

Etymology

The word 'resonate' comes from the Latin word 'resonare', which is a combination of 're-', meaning 'again', and 'sonare', meaning 'to sound'. The term evolved in English around the late 16th century to describe the way certain objects could amplify sound through vibration. The concept of resonance extends beyond acoustics; it also applies to various scientific fields, including physics and engineering, where it describes the natural frequency at which systems oscillate. Over time, 'resonate' has also taken on a metaphorical meaning, indicating the ability of an idea or feeling to evoke a strong response or connection in someone's mind, illustrating the depth of emotional impact in language and communication.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,558, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.