adj Uncommon

mono

MON-oh

Mono (adj) means having a single audio channel, as opposed to stereo. Example: “The old radio only played in mono.”

adj

Having a single audio channel, as opposed to stereo.

"The old radio only played in mono."

How to use mono

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSound recorded or played through one channel rather than split across two (stereo).

Easily confused with

stereo →

Common pairings

mono sound recorded in mono

Word forms

more mono comparative, monos plural, Mono plural, Monos plural, Mono plural, Monos plural, most mono superlative

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Etymology

A shortening of "monophonic."

Rhymes for mono

ono dono kono Bono kimono Hirono

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mono” mean?

The word “mono” means having a single audio channel, as opposed to stereo. In plain terms, sound recorded or played through one channel rather than split across two (stereo).

How do you pronounce “mono”?

“Mono” is pronounced MON-oh (/ˈmɑ.noʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “mono” in a sentence?

Here is “mono” used in a sentence: “The old radio only played in mono.”

What part of speech is “mono”?

“Mono” is an adjective.

Is “mono” a common word?

“Mono” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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