sound
Translation
sound, noise, to seem, healthy
Examples
I heard a strange sound outside.
I heard a strange sound outside.
That sounds like a good idea.
That sounds like a good idea.
The building has a sound structure.
The building has a sound structure.
He is of sound mind and body.
He is of sound mind and body.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the sound)) noun: a noise. I heard a strange sound.
((to sound)) ((like sth./adj.)) verb: to seem. That sounds interesting.
((sound)) ((noun)) adjective: healthy, solid. He gave sound advice.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (noun) noise, tone; (verb) seem, appear; (adj) healthy, solid, stable
Etymology
Noun from Old French 'son', from Latin 'sonus'. Adjective from Old English 'gesund' (healthy, safe). Verb derived from the noun.
Memory Tips
A 'sound' (healthy) body can make a 'sound' (noise).