What does AURAL mean?

Aural

Parts of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Relating to the ear or the sense of hearing.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈɔːrəl/, UK: /ˈɔːrəl/

Origin and Usage: Aural comes from the Latin word auris, meaning "ear." It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe things related to hearing or the ear. Aural is commonly used in the field of music to describe things that are related to hearing or listening, such as aural skills or aural training.

Synonyms: Auditory, Acoustic, Sonic, Hearing

Related Words: Audio, Earls, Lears, Rales, Reals

Example Sentences:

• She had an aural hallucination of music playing in her head.
• The aural experience of a live concert is different from listening to a recording.
• He has excellent aural skills and can easily identify different musical notes and chords.