🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

サラウンドサウンド

Pronunciation / Transliteration: saraundo saundo

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Surround-Sound/səˈraʊnd saʊnd/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"映画はサラウンドサウンドで楽しめました。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A sound reproduction system that creates an immersive audio experience by using multiple audio channels and speakers arranged around the listener.

    "The movie was enhanced by the surround sound system, making the action feel more realistic."
  2. 2

    A method of audio playback that simulates a three-dimensional sound environment.

    "Many modern video games utilize surround sound to provide players with a more engaging experience."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'surround sound' originated in the mid-20th century, combining the word 'surround', from Old French 'surrondre', meaning 'to encircle', and 'sound', from Old English 'sund', referring to vibrations that can be heard. It evolved to describe audio systems that create an immersive sound experience by using multiple speakers positioned around the listener.

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