sound in Latin

sound in Latin is sanus, sonus, sonitus — sound means a sensation perceived by the ear, caused by vibrations traveling through air or another medium.

sound in Latin

sanus

adj

Healthy.

sonus

noun

A sensation perceived by the ear caused by the vibration of air or some other medium.

sonitus

noun

A sensation perceived by the ear caused by the vibration of air or some other medium.

sonor

noun

A sensation perceived by the ear caused by the vibration of air or some other medium.

cano

verb

(transitive) To cause to produce a sound.

sonō

verb

(transitive) To cause to produce a sound.

What does "sound" mean?

noun A sensation perceived by the ear, caused by vibrations traveling through air or another medium.
"She heard the sound of footsteps in the hallway."
verb To produce a sound, or to give an impression through how something comes across.
"The alarm sounded at midnight."
adj In good condition; healthy, solid, or well-founded.
"The bridge was found structurally sound after inspection."
noun A long, narrow stretch of water connecting two larger bodies of water, or separating an island from the mainland.
"They sailed through the sound between the island and the coast."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

sound in a sentence

She heard the sound of footsteps in the hallway.
Thunder made a deep rumbling sound overhead.
The alarm sounded at midnight.
That plan sounds risky to me.

Similar words in Latin

echo noise ring

Common Latin translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "sound" in Latin?

"sound" in Latin is sanus, sonus, sonitus. sound means: A sensation perceived by the ear, caused by vibrations traveling through air or another medium.

How do you use "sound" in a sentence?

Example: "She heard the sound of footsteps in the hallway." In Latin, "sound" is sanus, sonus, sonitus.

Are there other ways to say "sound" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 6 translations listed for "sound": sanus, sonus, sonitus, sonor, cano, sonō.

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