sound irregularity
[/saʊnd ɪˈrɛɡjələrɪti/]
nounpl: sound irregularities
irregularidade sonora
1. An abnormality or deviation from normal acoustic properties, such as unexpected variations in pitch, tone, frequency, or quality of sound
The sound irregularity in the speaker's voice indicated a potential health issue.
A irregularidade sonora na voz do alto-falante indicou um possível problema de saúde.
2. In medicine and acoustics, any deviation from expected or normal sound patterns, particularly in speech or hearing
Audiologists detected a sound irregularity during the hearing test.
Os audiologistas detectaram uma irregularidade sonora durante o teste auditivo.
3. A distortion or malfunction in audio equipment resulting in unwanted acoustic artifacts
The sound irregularity in the recording was caused by a defective microphone.
A irregularidade sonora na gravação foi causada por um microfone defeituoso.
The term 'sound irregularity' is primarily used in technical, medical, and scientific contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it appears frequently in audiology and speech pathology literature. In the USA, it's commonly used in audio engineering, acoustics research, and medical examinations. The concept is culturally neutral and understood universally among professionals in these fields.
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