Audio — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈȯ-dē-ˌō/ au·dio

Meaning & Definition of Audio

Audio (adjective)

  1. of or relating to acoustic, mechanical, or electrical frequencies corresponding to normally audible sound waves which are of frequencies approximately from 15 to 20,000 hertz
  2. of or relating to sound or its reproduction and especially high-fidelity reproduction
  3. relating to or used in the transmission or reception of sound

Audio (noun)

  1. an audio signal; broadly, sound
  2. electronic equipment primarily designed to handle signals of an audible frequency
  3. the transmission, reception, or reproduction of sound

Origin & Etymology of Audio

independent use of audio- as adjective

First known use: 1907

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Audio

Words & Phrases Containing Audio

audio-, audio-animatronic, audio-lingual

Frequently Asked Questions about Audio

What does "Audio" mean?

"Audio" means of or relating to acoustic, mechanical, or electrical frequencies corresponding to normally audible sound waves which are of frequencies approximately from 15 to 20,000 hertz. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: of or relating to acoustic, mechanical, or electrical frequencies corresponding to normally audible sound waves which are of frequencies approximately from 15 to 20,000 hertz. It has 6 distinct senses.

Is "Audio" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Audio" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Audio" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Audio" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Audio"?

"Audio" is pronounced /ˈȯ-dē-ˌō/ and divided into syllables as au·dio.

What is the origin of the word "Audio"?

"Audio" comes from independent use of audio- as adjective. First known use: 1907.

What does "Audio" mean as an adjective?

As an adjective, "Audio" means: of or relating to acoustic, mechanical, or electrical frequencies corresponding to normally audible sound waves which are of frequencies approximately from 15 to 20,000 hertz; of or relating to sound or its reproduction and especially high-fidelity reproduction; relating to or used in the transmission or reception of sound.

What does "Audio" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Audio" means: an audio signal; broadly, sound; electronic equipment primarily designed to handle signals of an audible frequency; the transmission, reception, or reproduction of sound.

What CEFR level is "Audio"?

"Audio" is a B2-level word in SophDict's CEFR vocabulary lists, which group English words from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).