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US/əˈkuː.stɪks/
UK/əˈkuː.stɪks/
the way a room or building affects the quality of sound; also the science of sound
In context
The concert hall has excellent acoustics, so even quiet notes are clear.
Bad acoustics in the classroom make it hard for students to hear.
She studied acoustics before she started designing recording studios.
Words that go with acoustics
adjective + noun
- good acousticsOld churches often have good acoustics for choir music.
- poor acousticsThe meeting room has poor acoustics, so everyone sounds far away.
- excellent acousticsIts excellent acoustics make the theater popular with musicians.
verb + noun
- improve the acousticsSoft curtains and carpets improve the acoustics of a room.
noun + noun
- room acousticsEngineers tested the room acoustics before the concert.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The acoustics of this hall is very good.Correct: The acoustics of this hall are very good.