audibility

Audibility refers to the ability to hear sounds clearly. It depends on factors like the sound's intensity (or loudness), frequency (pitch), and the listener's hearing capabilities. Sounds must reach a certain volume for our ears to detect them; this is known as the hearing threshold. Different frequencies can be perceived differently by individuals, and environmental conditions can also affect how well sounds are heard. In practice, understanding audibility helps in areas like audio engineering, public speaking, and hearing health, ensuring messages are communicated effectively and can be understood by the intended audience.