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What Greek root word means sound?

The Greek root word for sound is phon.

Here are some examples of words that use this root:

* Phone: A device for transmitting sound.

* Phonology: The study of sound systems in language.

* Microphone: A device that converts sound into electrical signals.

* Symphony: A musical composition for a large orchestra.

* Euphony: Pleasant or harmonious sounds.

* Cacophony: Harsh or discordant sounds.

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