VocabJLPT N1
sound
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. sound
  2. 2. noise
This noun refers to sound, acoustics, or audio quality, particularly in the context of music, theater, or audio equipment. It describes the overall quality and character of sound in a space or from a device. You might see it used when talking about the acoustics of a concert hall or the sound system of a stereo.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

We'll do a sound check before the new product launch event.

Sentence 2

Due to budget constraints, we were unable to update the sound equipment.

Sentence 3

On rainy days the acoustics at the station get muffled and the announcements are hard to make out.

Sentence 4

Hey, is that audio noise still coming through?

Sentence 5

It's interesting how just rearranging the desks can change the acoustics.