1. Sound as a noun:
* Le son: This is the most general term for sound, meaning the vibration that travels through the air and can be heard. Example: "J'aime le son de la pluie" (I like the sound of the rain).
* Le bruit: This refers to a loud or unpleasant sound. Example: "Il y avait beaucoup de bruit dans la rue" (There was a lot of noise in the street).
* Le bruitage: This specifically refers to sound effects, like those used in movies or theatre. Example: "Les bruitages étaient très réalistes" (The sound effects were very realistic).
2. Sound as a verb:
* Sonner: This means to make a sound, especially with a bell or phone. Example: "Le téléphone a sonné" (The phone rang).
* Ressembler: This means to sound like, or to have a similar sound to something else. Example: "Il ressemble à son père" (He sounds like his father).
* Résonner: This means to resonate, or to produce a deep, echoing sound. Example: "Ses paroles ont résonné dans ma tête" (His words resonated in my head).
3. Sound as an adjective:
* Sain: This means healthy, or in good condition. Example: "Il a l'air sain" (He looks healthy).
* Soudain: This means sudden, or unexpected. Example: "Un bruit soudain m'a fait sursauter" (A sudden sound made me jump).
To know which meaning of "sound" is being used, you'll need to consider the context of the sentence.