acoustics
Acoustics (noun) means the scientific study of sound. Example: “She studied acoustics as part of her physics degree.”
How to use acoustics
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the science of sound, or how well a particular room carries and shapes sound.
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Etymology
From "acoustic" plus the plural science-naming ending "-s," as in "physics" or "mathematics."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “acoustics” mean?
The word “acoustics” means the scientific study of sound. In plain terms, either the science of sound, or how well a particular room carries and shapes sound.
How do you pronounce “acoustics”?
“Acoustics” is pronounced uh-KOO-stihks (/əˈkuː.stɪks/ in IPA).
How do you use “acoustics” in a sentence?
Here is “acoustics” used in a sentence: “She studied acoustics as part of her physics degree.”
What part of speech is “acoustics”?
“Acoustics” is a noun.
How many meanings does “acoustics” have?
“Acoustics” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the scientific study of sound.
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