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sounds

The correct spelling is sounds.

How to pronounce sounds

/saʊndz/
noun

IPA: /saʊndz/

Say it like: Sow-nds

The correct spelling is sounds. A sensation perceived by the ear caused by the vibration of air or some other medium. For example: "He turned when he heard the sound of footsteps behind him.  Nobody made a sound."

Usage Examples

He turned when he heard the sound of footsteps behind him.  Nobody made a sound.

Stay within the sound of my voice.

When the horn sounds, take cover.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A sensation perceived by the ear caused by the vibration of air or some other medium.
  2. 2.A vibration capable of causing such sensations.
  3. 3.A distinctive style and sonority of a particular musician, orchestra etc
  4. 4.Noise without meaning; empty noise.
  5. 5.Earshot, distance within which a certain noise may be heard.

verb

  1. 1.To produce a sound.
  2. 2.To convey an impression by one's sound.
  3. 3.To be conveyed in sound; to be spread or published; to convey intelligence by sound.
  4. 4.To resound.
  5. 5.(often with in) To arise or to be recognizable as arising in or from a particular area of law.

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