sound design

[/saʊnd dɪˈzaɪn/]
nounpl: sound designs
design sonoro
1. The art and practice of creating, selecting, and manipulating audio elements for film, television, video games, theater, or other media to enhance storytelling and emotional impact
The sound design in that horror film made the audience jump several times.
O design sonoro daquele filme de horror fez a audiência pular várias vezes.
2. The process of planning and producing audio content, including dialogue, music, ambient sounds, and sound effects
Good sound design requires careful attention to every audio layer in a production.
Um bom design sonoro requer atenção cuidadosa a cada camada de áudio em uma produção.
3. The overall sonic character or acoustic environment created for a specific project or medium
The sound design of the video game creates an immersive experience for players.
O design sonoro do videogame cria uma experiência imersiva para os jogadores.
Sound design is a crucial element in Brazilian film and television production, particularly in the growing gaming and streaming media industries. The term 'design sonoro' has become increasingly common as Brazil's creative industries expand. In the USA, sound design is recognized as a specialized and often award-winning craft, with major studios investing significantly in high-quality audio production.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
audio designsonic designsound engineeringacoustic design

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
design sonoro
Standard term used in Brazilian media, film, and gaming industries
São Paulo
design sonoro
Commonly used in major production centers; sometimes anglicized in creative circles
Rio de Janeiro
design sonoro
Standard usage in film and television industries
Portugal
design sonoro
Portuguese equivalent; may also use 'desenho sonoro' in some contexts

Related Words

sound engineersound effectsfoleyaudio post-productionmixingmasteringsoundtrackambient sound

Related Idioms & Phrases

create an acoustic landscape
layer sounds
mix down audio
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