Supersonic Meaning in English

word

US

ˌsupɝˈsɑnɪk

soo-per-SAAN-ik

UK

sˈuːpəsˈɒnɪk

SOO-puh-SON-ik

Definition

Describes something that moves faster than the speed of sound, especially vehicles like jets or missiles. It can also be used figuratively for things that are extremely fast.

Usage & Nuances

Most commonly used in science, engineering, and aviation. 'Supersonic jet' is a standard phrase. Figuratively, can exaggerate speed ('a supersonic response'). Not the same as 'hypersonic' (much faster).

• Spanish: supersónico - supersónico (velocidad) - ultrarrápido (figurado)
• Portuguese (BR): supersônico - supersônico (velocidade) - ultrarrápido (figurado)
• Portuguese (PT): supersónico - supersónico (velocidade) - ultrarrápido (figurado)
• Chinese (Simplified): 超音速的 - 超音速（速度）
• Chinese (Traditional): 超音速的 - 超音速（速度）
• Hindi: सुपरसोनिक - ध्वनि से तेज़
• Arabic: فوق صوتي - أسرع من الصوت
• Bengali: সুপারসনিক
• Russian: сверхзвуковой
• Japanese: 超音速
• Vietnamese: siêu thanh
• Korean: 초음속
• Turkish: süpersonik
• Urdu: سپرسونک
• Indonesian: supersonik

Example Sentences

The jet flew at supersonic speed.

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That missile is supersonic.

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A supersonic boom is very loud.

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Did you see the supersonic jet at the airshow yesterday?

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She replied with a supersonic text—so fast!

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His new computer is practically supersonic compared to his old one.

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