Loud
Adjective
UK
/laĘŠd/
US
/laĘŠd/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
Making a strong, high, or powerful sound.
Example
"The train passed by with a loud roar that could be heard for miles."
"A loud noise came from the kitchen, and everyone ran to see what happened."
"They talked too loud in the library, so the librarian asked them to speak softly."
Explanation
Loud describes a strong or high sound that is easy to hear. For example, the thunder was so loud that it shook the windows. Loud can describe voices, like he spoke in a loud voice, meaning everyone could hear him. It can also describe noises made by objects, such as the car made a loud bang. Loud tells us the sound is not quiet.