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mono

mono (single-channel audio)

adjective MOH-noh Rare

Usage Note

Mono is used as an invariable adjective or noun in audio contexts, contrasting with stéréo (stereo). As a prefix it combines freely: monoculture, monologue, monoski. The full form monophonique is the technical term. In informal speech en mono means 'in mono'.

Examples

"Cet enregistrement est en mono."

Natural Translation

This recording is in mono.

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