Acoustics Terminology

noun a measure of the opposition to the flow of an alternating current in a circuit

adjective impedant

• The impedance of the circuit must be calculated to ensure proper functioning.
• If you don't understand impedance, just think of it as resistance to the flow of current.
• I have no idea what impedance is, but I know it's important in electronics.
• In relationships, communication barriers can act as impedance, hindering emotional connection.

noun a prolongation of a sound; resonance

adjective reverberant (related to or characterized by reverberation)

• The reverberation of the sound could be heard throughout the entire concert hall.
• The reverberation in this room is crazy, it's so echoey!
• The reverberation in here is giving me major vibes.
• The reverberation of his actions had a lasting impact on the community.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'subaudible' describes something that is below the threshold of hearing

• The subaudible frequencies are below the threshold of human hearing.
• I can barely hear the subaudible sounds coming from the speakers.
• I think there's some subaudible stuff going on that we're not supposed to hear.
• The tension in the room was like a subaudible hum, barely noticeable but present.

noun a system for locating a submerged or partially submerged object, such as a wrecked ship or an enemy submarine, by means of sound waves reflected from the object

adverb up to this time; until now

• The project has made good progress sofar, but there is still much work to be done.
• I've only completed half of my homework sofar, I need to finish the rest before bedtime.
• I've been binge-watching this new show sofar, it's so addicting!
• The journey of self-discovery has been a long one sofar, but I'm starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

noun a term used in architecture to refer to a canopy or overhanging structure above a pulpit or choir stalls in a church

• The cathedral was adorned with intricate abat-voix to enhance the acoustics during the choir performance.
• The abat-voix in the concert hall really helped amplify the sound.
• I didn't realize how important the abat-voix was until I heard the difference in sound quality.
• Her words acted as an abat-voix, amplifying the impact of her message.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'absorption factor' is a noun that refers to a measure of how well a substance or material absorbs another substance or energy.

• The absorption factor of the material determines how much light it can absorb.
• The absorption factor for this sunscreen is really high, so it should protect you well.
• I heard that energy drink has a crazy absorption factor, it hits you really fast.
• His absorption factor for new information is impressive, he learns quickly.

noun a substance or material that has the quality of being absorptive

adjective relating to or capable of absorbing or soaking up something

• The absorptive capacity of the sponge allowed it to soak up all the spilled liquid.
• The paper towel is really absorptive, so it's great for cleaning up spills.
• This new fabric is super absorptive - it's like magic how quickly it dries!
• His absorptive mind soaked up all the information presented to him during the lecture.

noun a plural form of the noun 'acousia', which refers to the sense of hearing or the organs of hearing

• The study of -acousiae involves the analysis of sound waves and their impact on the human auditory system.
• I find -acousiae fascinating because it helps me understand how we perceive sound.
• I never knew -acousiae could be so cool until I started learning about it in class.
• The -acousiae of the bustling city streets created a symphony of urban life.

noun a branch of acoustics that involves creating a visual representation of sound waves in a particular space

• Acoustical holography is a technique used for reconstructing sound fields.
• I heard about this cool thing called acoustical holography that can create 3D sound images.
• Acoustical holography is like magic for sound!
• Using acoustical holography, we can paint a picture with sound waves.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

• The acoustical perfume of the concert hall enhanced the audience's listening experience.
• I love how the acoustical perfume of the music fills the room.
• The acoustical perfume at the live show was lit!
• The acoustical perfume of her voice lingered in the air long after she finished singing.

noun a noun is a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'inertance' is a noun that refers to the tendency of a system to resist changes in motion.

• The acoustic inertance of the material affects the sound absorption properties.
• The acoustic inertance basically measures how well the material absorbs sound.
• The acoustic thingy measures how good the material is at soaking up sound.
• The acoustic inertance is like the material's ability to swallow up sound waves.

noun a unit of electrical resistance equal to the resistance between two points on a conductor when a potential difference of one volt between them produces a current of one ampere

• The acoustic ohm is a unit of measurement used in acoustics to quantify sound resistance.
• I heard that speaker has a high acoustic ohm rating, which means it produces clear sound.
• I don't understand all this talk about acoustic ohms, can you explain it in simpler terms?
• Her voice resonated through the room like an acoustic ohm, filling the space with warmth and clarity.

adjective describing something that relates to both sound (acoustic) and the side of the body (lateral)

• The acousticolateral nerve is responsible for transmitting sound from the inner ear to the brain.
• I learned about the acousticolateral nerve in my anatomy class.
• I've got a headache from all this talk about the acousticolateral nerve.
• Her acousticolateral senses were heightened as she listened intently to the music.

noun a type of pressure exerted on a surface by sound waves

adjective describing the type of pressure as related to sound waves

• Acoustic radiation pressure is the force exerted by sound waves on a surface.
• Did you know that acoustic radiation pressure can actually move objects?
• The acoustic radiation pressure from that loud concert was intense!
• The weight of their words felt like acoustic radiation pressure on my soul.

noun a noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'acoustic resistance' is a noun that refers to the property of a material or object to impede the transmission of sound.

adjective an adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun. There is no applicable adjective for 'acoustic resistance'.

• The material used in the construction of the building has high acoustic resistance, reducing noise pollution.
• I bought these headphones because they have good acoustic resistance, so I can enjoy my music without any disturbances.
• This car's windows have awesome acoustic resistance, making the music sound even better.
• Her emotional walls had strong acoustic resistance, preventing anyone from getting too close.

noun a combining form meaning 'hearing' or 'sound'

adjective relating to the sense of hearing or the transmission of sound

• The acousto-optic effect is a phenomenon in which light is diffracted by sound waves.
• I love going to acousto-electric concerts because the sound quality is amazing.
• The acousto-guitar he plays is so cool, it has such a unique sound.
• Her words had an acousto-effect on him, resonating deeply in his heart.

noun a combining form meaning 'height,' 'tip,' 'top,' 'extreme,' 'point,' used in the formation of compound words

adjective relating to or being an acro- compound

• The acro- prefix is commonly used in scientific terminology to indicate extremities or tips.
• I'm studying words that start with acro- for my biology class.
• Let's just acro- this project and get it over with.
• His acro- attention to detail is what sets him apart as a great architect.

noun a musical instrument that produces sound by the vibration of air or wind

adjective relating to or producing sound by means of air or wind

• The aerophonic instrument produced a clear and resonant sound.
• I love playing on my aerophonic flute, it sounds so beautiful.
• Check out this cool aerophonic gadget I found at the flea market!
• Her voice was like an aerophonic instrument, filling the room with its melodious tones.