soundbar

noun

sound·​bar ˈsau̇n(d)-ˌbär 

variants or sound bar

plural soundbars or sound bars

: a rectangular audio device that transmits sound (as from a television or computer) via multiple loudspeakers contained in a single enclosure

A soundbar is designed to take the audio from a television and turn it into virtual 3D surround sound without having to do complicated wiring or stringing speaker boxes throughout the room.

—Rick Nathanson

Examples of soundbar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This five-channel soundbar is a solid upgrade over its predecessor, adding two extra audio processing channels and Dolby Atmos support, which is a non-negotiable for many audio buffs. —K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026

Ideally this soundbar or separates system will include speakers both behind you and above you, too, for a fully immersive surround sound experience. —John Archer, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026

The soundbar and subwoofer are priced exactly the same as Sonos' Arc Ultra and Sub 4, at $1,099 and $899 respectively. —New Atlas, 9 May 2026

The wireless speaker starts at $299, with a $349 limited-edition model in Driftwood Sand; the soundbar costs $1,099, and the subwoofer is $899. —Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 5 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1990, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for soundbar

• adar
• afar
• ajar
• alar
• alvar
• bazaar
• bizarre
• boxcar
• boyar
• bulbar
• cachar
• cigar