acoustic
Translation
acoustic
Examples
He plays the acoustic guitar.
He plays the acoustic guitar.
The hall has good acoustic properties.
The hall has good acoustic properties.
Grammar Patterns
((an acoustic)) ((noun)) relating to sound or hearing I prefer the sound of an acoustic guitar.
Similar Words
Synonyms: auditory, phonic; Antonyms: electric, amplified
Etymology
From Greek 'akoustikos', relating to hearing, from 'akouein' meaning 'to hear'.
Memory Tips
Comes from the Greek word for 'to hear'. Think of natural sound, not electronic, like an acoustic performance.