noun

earshot

EER-shot

Earshot (noun) means the distance within which a sound can be heard. Example: “Keep your voice down — the kids are within earshot.”

noun

The distance within which a sound can be heard.

"Keep your voice down — the kids are within earshot."

"He waited until the guard was out of earshot before speaking."

How to use earshot

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishClose enough to hear, or far enough away not to be heard.

Common pairings

within earshot out of earshot

earshots plural

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Keep your voice down — the kids are within _____.

From ear plus shot, on the model of "gunshot" — as far as the "shot" of sound can carry.

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What does “earshot” mean?

The word “earshot” means the distance within which a sound can be heard. In plain terms, close enough to hear, or far enough away not to be heard.

How do you pronounce “earshot”?

“Earshot” is pronounced EER-shot (/ˈɪɹˌʃɑt/ in IPA).

How do you use “earshot” in a sentence?

Here is “earshot” used in a sentence: “Keep your voice down — the kids are within earshot.”

What part of speech is “earshot”?

“Earshot” is a noun.

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