soundbar

noun

sound·​bar ˈsau̇n(d)-ˌbär 

variants or sound bar

plural soundbars or sound bars

: a rectangular audio device that transmits sound (as from a television or computer) via multiple loudspeakers contained in a single enclosure

A soundbar is designed to take the audio from a television and turn it into virtual 3D surround sound without having to do complicated wiring or stringing speaker boxes throughout the room.

—Rick Nathanson

Examples of soundbar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Along with investing in a quality TV with a crystal clear picture, consider another worthwhile upgrade — a soundbar. —Ali Faccenda, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025

This soundbar is for movie lovers, music fans, and anyone who wants better sound without the bulk. —Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 13 Mar. 2025

While not matching the immersion of full surround-sound setups, soundbars provided a compelling compromise between quality, convenience and price. —Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025

The slab can be mounted in one of two positions, letting the screen sit 1.5 or 3 inches off the table to accommodate a slim soundbar. —PCMAG, 19 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1990, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for soundbar

• adar
• afar
• ajar
• alar
• ansar
• bazaar
• bizarre
• boxcar
• boyar
• bulbar
• cachar
• cigar