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stereo

/ˈstɛ.re.o/adjective / noun · masculineB1
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Meaning · adjective

stereo

  • relating to stereophonic sound reproduction

In a sentence

Abbiamo comprato un nuovo impianto stereo per la festa.

We bought a new stereo system for the party.

Questo canale trasmette solo musica con effetto stereo.

This channel only broadcasts music with a stereo effect.

Le cuffie stereo garantiscono una qualità del suono migliore.

Stereo headphones ensure better sound quality.

Word forms (4)
WordWord forms
stereomasculine · singular
stereofeminine · singular
stereomasculine · plural
stereofeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Invariable: does not change form for gender or number.
  • Commonly used as a masculine noun ('lo stereo') meaning a stereo system.

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Meaning · noun

stereo

  • a sound system or audio equipment with stereophonic output

In a sentence

Accendo sempre lo stereo mentre cucino la cena.

I always turn on the stereo while I cook dinner.

Puoi abbassare il volume dello stereo, per favore?

Can you lower the volume of the stereo, please?

Questo stereo compatto non funziona più molto bene.

This compact stereo doesn't work very well anymore.

Word forms (3)
WordWord forms
stereomasculine · singular
stereomasculine · plural
stereomasculine · plural

Usage notes

  • Masculine and invariable in the plural: 'gli stereo'.
  • Can also function as an invariable adjective meaning 'stereophonic'.

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