sônico
1. relating to or produced by sound or sound waves
The jet broke the sonic barrier.
O jato quebrou a barreira do som.
2. involving or using ultrasound or sound vibrations at frequencies above human hearing
The dentist used a sonic toothbrush for better cleaning.
O dentista usou uma escova de dentes sônica para uma limpeza melhor.
3. characterized by speed equal to or exceeding the speed of sound
A sonic boom occurred when the aircraft passed overhead.
Um estrondo sônico ocorreu quando a aeronave passou acima.
The term 'sonic' is commonly used in both American and Brazilian Portuguese contexts, particularly in technology, healthcare (sonic toothbrushes), and aerospace industries. In Brazil, it gained additional cultural significance through the popular video game character 'Sonic the Hedgehog,' making it recognizable in popular culture beyond technical applications.
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