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sounding

 

[ หˆsaสŠndษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

auditory perception

Sounding refers to the act of making a sound or the quality of an auditory signal. It can encompass everything from music and speech to environmental noises. In specific contexts, such as music, it can denote the act of playing or producing sound on an instrument. In a medical context, sounding can refer to the technique of examining body cavities or organs through sound waves, often used in sonography. Overall, sounding embodies the concept of sound production and perception across various domains.

Synonyms

auditory quality, noise, resonance

Examples of usage

  • The sounding of the church bells filled the air.
  • We enjoyed the sounding of the waves on the shore.
  • Her sounding voice captivated the audience.
Context #2 | Verb

exploratory action

To sound means to measure or explore something, often used in contexts involving depth, distance, or examination. For instance, in nautical terms, sounding refers to measuring the depth of water using a sounding line. In a more general sense, it can refer to gauging someoneโ€™s opinion or feelings about a particular subject, often described as 'sounding out' someone. This can be important in decision-making processes where understanding perspectives is crucial.

Synonyms

explore, gauge, measure

Examples of usage

  • They will sound the depths of the ocean tomorrow.
  • Before making a decision, I will sound out my colleagues.

Translations

Translations of the word "sounding" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น soando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคงเฅเคตเคจเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช klangend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ suara

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฒัƒั‡ะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ brzmienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ŸณใŒใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sonnant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sonido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ses รงฤฑkarmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†Œ๋ฆฌ๋‚˜๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตูˆุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zvuk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zvuk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‘ๅฃฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zvenenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hljรณรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดั‹ะฑั‹ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒ›แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sษ™s

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sonido

Etymology

The word 'sounding' originates from the Old English term 'sundan', which means to sound or to make a sound. It has evolved through various linguistic influences, connecting to the Proto-Germanic *sundล, meaning noise or sound. Over the centuries, the term has broadened to include various dimensions of sound production and perception, reflecting advancements in technology and understanding of acoustics. Today, sounding is used both in everyday language to describe auditory experiences and in specialized fields such as music, medicine, and nautical exploration. As our understanding of sound expands, so too does the relevance and application of the term 'sounding' in contemporary dialogue.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,506 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.