Vibrational: meaning, definitions and examples

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vibrational

 

[ vaษชหˆbreษชสƒษ™nษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical science

The term 'vibrational' refers to anything related to or characterized by vibration. Vibrational energy is often a key concept in physics and engineering, especially in the study of oscillations and wave phenomena. Vibrational modes pertain to the specific patterns of motion that systems can exhibit when they vibrate. This concept is crucial in various fields such as acoustics, molecular dynamics, and structural analysis. Understanding vibrational properties is essential in developing technologies such as sensors and vibration-damping materials.

Synonyms

oscillatory, resonant, wave-like.

Examples of usage

  • The vibrational frequency of the string determines the pitch of the sound.
  • Vibrational analysis can predict the behavior of mechanical systems under stress.
  • The vibrational state of molecules affects their interactions with light.

Translations

Translations of the word "vibrational" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vibracional

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เค‚เคชเคจเคพเคคเฅเคฎเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช vibrational

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ vibrasional

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะฑั€ะฐั†ั–ะนะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wibracyjny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŒฏๅ‹•ใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vibratoire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vibracional

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท titreลŸimli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง„๋™์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู‡ุชุฒุงุฒูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vibraฤnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vibraฤnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŒฏๅŠจ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vibracijski

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vibrational

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดาฏั€ัั–ะปะดั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒ˜แƒ‘แƒ แƒแƒชแƒ˜แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vibrasiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vibracional

Etymology

The word 'vibrational' originates from the Latin verb 'vibrare', meaning 'to shake' or 'to quiver'. This term entered the English language in the 19th century as a description of physical oscillations and waves. The concept of vibration has been crucial in both science and technology, influencing fields such as music, engineering, and physics. Early studies in acoustics and mechanics laid the groundwork for understanding vibrational phenomena, leading to advancements in various applications, from musical instruments to modern engineering. As our understanding of waves and oscillations expanded, so too did the use of the term 'vibrational', which has become an integral part of scientific language today.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,555, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.