Ambient Meaning in English
word
ˈæmbiənt
AM-bee-uhnt
ˈæmbiənt
AM-bee-uhnt
Definition
Relating to the surrounding environment, atmosphere, or conditions. Often used to describe background noise, light, or general mood.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used before 'music,' 'light,' or 'temperature' to refer to the general surrounding effect. More formal; not used for specific objects. Don't confuse with 'environmental' (relating to nature/ecology).
Spanish: ambiental - de ambientePortuguese (BR): ambiente - ambientalPortuguese (PT): ambiente - ambientalChinese (Simplified): 环境的 - 周围的Chinese (Traditional): 環境的 - 周圍的Hindi: परिवेशी - वातावरण संबंधीArabic: بيئي - محيطBengali: পরিবেষ্টিত - আশেপাশের (পরিবেশ সংক্রান্ত)Russian: окружающий - фоновыйJapanese: 周囲の - 環境のVietnamese: xung quanh - môi trườngKorean: 주위의 - 분위기의Turkish: ortam - çevreselUrdu: ماحول کا - پس منظر کاIndonesian: sekitar - lingkungan
Example Sentences
The restaurant plays ambient music during dinner.
basic
I like the ambient light in this room.
basic
Plants can help improve ambient air quality.
basic
After sunset, the ambient temperature dropped quickly.
natural
She loves studying in cafes with a nice ambient vibe.
natural
A little ambient noise helps me concentrate better than silence.
natural