stereo

Describes sound that is directed through two or more channels so that it seems to surround the listener and is more natural.

• 🇫🇷Qualifie un son transmis par deux canaux ou plus, de manière à créer une impression d'espace et de profondeur, comme si l'auditeur était entouré par la source sonore.

1. Sound reproduction B1 formal

   Relating to a system of sound reproduction using two or more channels to create a sense of spatial depth.

   • The stereo system produces high-quality audio.
   • He bought a new stereo receiver for his home theater.
   • The concert was recorded in stereo sound.

   🇫🇷Stéréo (reproduction sonore)

   Synonymes: stereophonic

   Antonymes: monauralmono

• more stereo comparative form
• most stereo superlative form

A noun referring to a device or system that reproduces sound using two or more separate audio channels, typically for music or other audio playback.

• 🇫🇷Nom désignant un appareil ou un système qui reproduit le son à l'aide de deux canaux audio séparés ou plus, généralement pour écouter de la musique ou d'autres contenus audio.

1. Sound system A2 formal

   A device or system that reproduces sound using two or more separate audio channels to create a more realistic effect.

   • He bought a new stereo for his living room.
   • The car stereo has excellent sound quality.
   • She turned up the volume on the stereo.

   🇫🇷Chaîne stéréo

   Synonymes: audio systemhi-fisound systemstereo system

2. Stereophonic sound B1 formal

   A method of sound reproduction that creates an illusion of direction and depth using multiple channels.

   • The album was recorded in stereo.
   • Stereo gives a more immersive listening experience.
   • Modern movies use stereo sound for better effects.

   🇫🇷Son stéréophonique

   Synonymes: stereophony

   Antonymes: mono

• stereos plural form
• stereos' possessive plural form
• stereo's possessive singular form