English Reference
Compound

recording room

compound.
A2 Elementary

compound.a special room designed for capturing sound, such as music or voices, using electronic equipment.

compound.a soundproofed or acoustically treated space used for the purpose of capturing audio signals. Often used interchangeably with 'studio' in casual contexts, though it specifically refers to the physical space where the recording occurs.


SIMPLE

The band is in the recording room today.

CONTEXTUAL

Please stay quiet while the red light is on outside the recording room.

COMPLEX

The architect specified high-density foam panels for the recording room to ensure total acoustic isolation from the busy street outside.

Usage

usually functions as a countable noun; often found in schools, radio stations, or music studios.

Teaching tip

contrast with 'control room', where the engineer sits; the recording room is where the performers actually play or speak.

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