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Sony
SOH-nee
Sony (noun) means a device or product made by the Japanese electronics company Sony. Example: “He plugged in his old Sony to watch the tape.”
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A device or product made by the Japanese electronics company Sony.
"The common threads that exist between the fisherman and his Sony and the project above. Robert Smithson's 'Incidents of mirror travel in the Yucatan' are important."
— Peter Cook, Archigram (1999)
"He plugged in his old Sony to watch the tape."
How to use Sony
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsed loosely to mean a Sony-brand gadget.
When to use it
Informal, brand-derived usage rather than a standard dictionary word.
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Etymology
The company name blends Latin sonus ("sound") with "sonny," suggesting a lively young company built around sound technology.
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What does “Sony” mean?
The word “Sony” means a device or product made by the Japanese electronics company Sony. In plain terms, used loosely to mean a Sony-brand gadget.
How do you pronounce “Sony”?
“Sony” is pronounced SOH-nee (/ˈsoʊni/ in IPA).
How do you use “Sony” in a sentence?
Here is “Sony” used in a sentence: “He plugged in his old Sony to watch the tape.”
What part of speech is “Sony”?
“Sony” is a noun.
Where does the word “Sony” come from?
The word “Sony” comes from Latin. The company name blends Latin sonus ("sound") with "sonny," suggesting a lively young company built around sound technology.
Is “Sony” a common word?
“Sony” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What kinds of products are described as a "Sony"?
A "Sony" is a device or product made by the Japanese electronics company Sony. The name is often used informally to refer to items such as televisions, headphones, cameras, or games consoles from that maker.
Should "Sony" always be capitalised?
Yes, "Sony" is a brand name and is always written with a capital S. Lower-casing it is a common mistake, since it is a proper noun naming a specific company rather than a general type of object.
What words commonly go with "Sony"?
"Sony" frequently pairs with product categories such as Sony TV, Sony headphones, Sony camera, and Sony console. In each case it identifies the item as made by the Sony company.
