soundproofing

[/ˈsaʊndˌpruːfɪŋ/]
noun
isolamento acústico
1. The process or material used to prevent sound from passing through a space or structure
The studio installed soundproofing to keep external noise from interfering with recordings.
O estúdio instalou isolamento acústico para evitar que ruídos externos interferissem nas gravações.
2. Materials or techniques applied to walls, doors, or windows to reduce noise transmission
Quality soundproofing can significantly reduce noise between apartments.
Um bom isolamento acústico pode reduzir significativamente o ruído entre apartamentos.
3. The act of making a space resistant to sound penetration
Soundproofing a home theater requires specialized panels and insulation.
O isolamento acústico de um home theater requer painéis especializados e isolamento térmico.
In Brazil and Portugal, soundproofing has become increasingly important in urban areas where noise pollution is a concern. The term 'isolamento acústico' is widely used in real estate and construction industries. In the USA, soundproofing is commonly discussed in contexts of home theater systems, recording studios, and apartment living. It reflects growing awareness of acoustic comfort as an aspect of quality of life.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
acoustic insulationnoise reductionsound dampeningacoustic treatment
Antonyms / Antônimos
sound amplificationacoustic resonance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
isolamento acústico
Standard term used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
isolamento acústico / amortecimento de som
Both terms commonly used in construction and music contexts
São Paulo
isolamento acústico / insonorização
Insonorização also used in business and construction sectors
Portugal
insonorização / isolamento acústico
Insonorização is more common in European Portuguese; isolamento acústico also accepted

Related Words

acousticdecibelinsulationnoisevibrationechoacoustics

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep the noise down
muffle the sound
deaden the sound
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