Sonority
noun
The quality of a sound that is pleasant to hear.
The sonority of the cello makes it a favorite instrument for many musicians.
Often appears as...
- bright sonority
- rich sonority
noun
The property of speech sounds (such as vowels, nasals, and semivowels) that have a perceptually prominent or forceful quality.
The sonority of vowels makes them easy to discern in spoken language.
Often appears as...
- vowel sonority
- high sonority
Usage tips
Technical
noun
The quality of a sound that is pleasant to hear.
The sonority of the cello makes it a favorite instrument for many musicians.
Often appears as...
- bright sonority
- rich sonority
noun
The property of speech sounds (such as vowels, nasals, and semivowels) that have a perceptually prominent or forceful quality.
The sonority of vowels makes them easy to discern in spoken language.
Often appears as...
- vowel sonority
- high sonority
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Subjective Quality
Sonority may vary between listeners; what's pleasant for one might be different for another.
Though the flute's sonority charms me, others may prefer the violin.
Pro Tip 2/3Music and Acoustics
In music, sonority often refers to rich, full sounds coming from instruments or voices.
The choir's sonority filled the cathedral, captivating the audience.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Preferences
Different cultures may favor certain sonorities, affecting music and language sounds.
The bagpipes' sonority is celebrated in Scotland, less so elsewhere.
Pro Tip 1/3Subjective Quality
Sonority may vary between listeners; what's pleasant for one might be different for another.
Though the flute's sonority charms me, others may prefer the violin.
Pro Tip 2/3Music and Acoustics
In music, sonority often refers to rich, full sounds coming from instruments or voices.
The choir's sonority filled the cathedral, captivating the audience.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Preferences
Different cultures may favor certain sonorities, affecting music and language sounds.
The bagpipes' sonority is celebrated in Scotland, less so elsewhere.
Pro Tip 1/3Subjective Quality
Sonority may vary between listeners; what's pleasant for one might be different for another.
Though the flute's sonority charms me, others may prefer the violin.
Pro Tip 2/3Music and Acoustics
In music, sonority often refers to rich, full sounds coming from instruments or voices.
The choir's sonority filled the cathedral, captivating the audience.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Preferences
Different cultures may favor certain sonorities, affecting music and language sounds.
The bagpipes' sonority is celebrated in Scotland, less so elsewhere.
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