Definition

The process of producing sound that comes from multiple directions, creating a more realistic audio experience.

Example

The concert was amazing because the stereophony made the music feel like it was surrounding us.

Conversation

Have you ever listened to music in stereophony?

Yeah, it really makes the experience so much richer.

I love how it feels like the sound is all around you.

Exactly! It’s like being in the middle of a live concert.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stereophony → It is formed from "stereo-" (from Greek "stereos", meaning solid or three-dimensional) and "-phony" (from Greek "phone", meaning sound or voice). The word "stereophony" refers to sound that is perceived as coming from multiple directions, creating a three-dimensional auditory experience.

Memory Tip

Imagine sound that feels 'solid' ('stereo-') and comes from different directions ('-phony'). This helps you remember that stereophony creates a rich, three-dimensional sound experience.

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