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US/ˈvɑːl.juːm/
UK/ˈvɒl.juːm/
how loud a sound is; also the amount of something, or one book in a set
In context
Can you turn the volume down? I'm trying to sleep.
The volume of traffic doubles during rush hour.
The library has all ten volumes of the encyclopedia.
Words that go with volume
verb + noun
- turn the volume upTurn the volume up so everyone can hear.
- turn the volume downPlease turn the volume down after ten.
noun + preposition
- volume ofThe volume of email I get is crazy.
adjective + noun
- high volumeThe shop sells a high volume of cheap goods.
- full volumeHe played music at full volume.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Please open the volume bigger.Correct: Please turn the volume up.