background noise

• Нежелательные или посторонние звуки, присутствующие в окружающей среде, которые могут мешать слушанию, общению или концентрации. Также используется метафорически для описания отвлекающих факторов или нерелевантной информации в ситуации.

Unwanted or irrelevant sounds present in an environment that can interfere with listening, communication, or concentration. Also used metaphorically to describe distractions or irrelevant information in a situation.

1. Ambient soundB1formal

   Unwanted or irrelevant sounds present in an environment that are not the main focus of attention.

   Фоновый шум

   • The background noise in the cafe made it hard to concentrate.
   • We had to filter out the background noise during the recording.
   • The hum of the air conditioner was a constant background noise.

2. Distraction or interferenceB2informal

   Irrelevant information or activity that distracts from the main subject or task.

   Фоновый шум

   • All the gossip was just background noise to the real issue.
   • The constant chatter in the office became background noise to her work.
   • He ignored the background noise and focused on his goal.