soundwoman

8.4

A woman who makes broadcast sound clear and creates sound effects for TV or radio

noun
/ˈsaʊndˌwʊmən/

: técnica de sonido

The soundwoman adjusted the microphones before the band started playing.

Examples

She takes pride in her work as a soundwoman for live sporting events.
The soundwoman adjusted the microphones before the show started.
At the TV studio, a talented soundwoman ensures every broadcast is crystal clear.
Did you see the soundwoman at the concert last night?
At the TV studio, a talented soundwoman ensures every broadcast is crystal clear.
She takes pride in her work as a soundwoman for live sporting events.
The soundwoman adjusted the microphones before the band started playing.

Synonyms

soundman

vssoundwoman

3 5.9

A person who controls sound for shows or broadcasts

is the same role but refers to a female professional

Foley

vssoundwoman

Specialized

1 8.6

A person who makes sound effects for films, TV, or radio

is broader and includes live amplification as well as naming a female professional

sound technician

vssoundwoman

1 4.0

A person who controls sound equipment for TV, radio, or live shows

is narrower used for broadcast tasks and refers to a female professional

Surface Forms

soundwoman singular

soundwomen plural

Morphology

soundwoman = sound + woman (transparent) = sound + woman

The meaning is directly the combination of 'sound' (work with audio) + 'woman' (female person), so learners can infer the profession.

Etymology

Soundwoman is a simple combination of sound ('noise' or 'audio') and woman, so it means a woman who works with the sound for a show. Think of it like soundman or sound engineer, someone who sets microphones, mixes audio, or makes sound effects for TV, radio, or live events.