resonances
[/ˈrezənənsɪz/]
nounpl: resonances
ressonâncias
1. The quality of being resonant; the reinforcement or prolongation of sound by reflection or by the synchronous vibration of a neighboring object
The resonances of the cathedral created a beautiful echo during the concert.
As ressonâncias da catedral criaram um belo eco durante o concerto.
2. A deep, full, or rich sound quality
The singer's voice had powerful resonances that moved the audience.
A voz da cantora tinha ressonâncias poderosas que emocionaram o público.
3. A quality of evoking response or emotional connection; relevance or significance
The film's themes have strong resonances with contemporary social issues.
Os temas do filme têm ressonâncias fortes com questões sociais contemporâneas.
4. In physics, the state of a system oscillating at its natural frequency when driven by an external force
The bridge's structural resonances were carefully analyzed by engineers.
As ressonâncias estruturais da ponte foram cuidadosamente analisadas pelos engenheiros.
5. In psychology and semantics, the associations or implications that a word or concept evokes
The word 'home' carries different resonances for different people.
A palavra 'casa' tem ressonâncias diferentes para pessoas diferentes.
The term 'resonances' is frequently used in Brazilian and American English in both literal (physics, music) and figurative (social, cultural, emotional) contexts. In Brazil, it's particularly common in academic discourse, film criticism, and music theory. The figurative usage has gained prominence in contemporary discussions about cultural relevance and social impact, reflecting how certain ideas or artworks 'resonate' with audiences across different social groups.
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