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loud

/laʊd/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Producing or capable of producing much noise; easily heard.

Example Sentences:
  • The music was so loud that we had to shout to be heard.
  • A loud knock echoed through the empty hallway.
2.adverb

In a way that produces a lot of volume or noise.

Example Sentences:
  • Please don't speak so loud in the library.
  • He read the story aloud to his younger siblings.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Old English word 'hlūd', meaning 'loud, noisy, or resounding', which traces back to the Proto-Germanic '*hlūdaz' (heard) and ultimately to the Indo-European root '*kleu-' (to hear).

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of a cloud that makes a LOUD boom of thunder.

Frequently Asked Questions About “loud

1. What is the meaning of “loud” in English?

In English, loud (adjective) is defined as: “Producing or capable of producing much noise; easily heard.”.

2. How do you use “loud” in a sentence?

The music was so loud that we had to shout to be heard.

3. What are English synonyms of “loud”?

Common synonyms include:noisy,deafening,boisterous,rowdy

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “loud”?

Derived from the Old English word 'hlūd', meaning 'loud, noisy, or resounding', which traces back to the Proto-Germanic '*hlūdaz' (heard) and ultimately to the Indo-European root '*kleu-' (to hear).