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Sound

(n) /saʊnd/
Sound

Meaning

Vibrations that travel through the air or another medium and can be heard when they reach a person's or animal's ear.

Pronunciation

UK saʊnd

US saʊnd

Example Sentences

  • Computer hardware is the physical parts or components of a computer, such as the monitor, keyboard, computer data storage, graphics card, sound card and motherboard.
  • The sound helps you sleep.
  • It just needs a window and the sound of waves.
  • Can you make a sound like a lion?
  • Every animal has its own sound.
  • Cows make a big "moo" sound.
  • Elephants make a loud trumpet sound.
  • Sound waves travel into your ear.
  • They tell you where a sound comes from.
  • Your ears help you enjoy every sound!

Practice Sound

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