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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5) - Sounds

Here, you will learn some English words related to Sounds that are necessary for the Basic Academic IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5)
loud
loud
[Adjective]

producing a sound or noise with high volume

Ex: The conductor signaled for the entire ensemble to play with a loud intensity in the fortissimo passage .
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soft
soft
[Adjective]

having a low volume

Ex: The actress delivered her lines with a soft voice that matched the tender scene .
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high-pitched
high-pitched
[Adjective]

having a sound that is of a higher frequency or tone than usual

Ex: The alarm emitted a high-pitched sound that was impossible to ignore , ensuring everyone evacuated the building safely .
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low-pitched
low-pitched
[Adjective]

having a soft and quiet sound

Ex: She loved the low-pitched sound of the bass guitar .
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noisy
noisy
[Adjective]

producing or having a lot of loud and unwanted sound

Ex: The construction site was noisy, with machinery and workers making loud noises .
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quiet
quiet
[Adjective]

with little or no noise

Ex: The forest was quiet, with only the occasional chirping of birds breaking the silence .
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silent
silent
[Adjective]

having or making little or no sound

Ex: The silent library provided a peaceful environment for studying .
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mumbling
mumbling
[Adjective]

speaking quietly and unclearly, making it hard for others to understand

Ex: The mumbling actor 's lines were barely audible from the back of the theater .
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whispering
whispering
[Adjective]

making a soft and low sound

Ex: The whispering sound of the wind at night was both eerie and calming.
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ringing
ringing
[Adjective]

having a resonant, often metallic or bell-like noise that carries far

Ex: The ringing tone of the crystal glass fascinated the guests.
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screaming
screaming
[Adjective]

having a loud and sharp sound

Ex: The screaming tea kettle reminded her to turn off the stove.
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muted
muted
[Adjective]

(of a sound) having a subdued quality, with reduced intensity or volume

Ex: He played the piano with muted tones to create a gentle and soothing melody.
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hushed
hushed
[Adjective]

having a quiet and calm state, often accompanied by quiet voices or sounds

Ex: The hushed murmurs of the audience filled the auditorium during the concert .
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