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Audio: Relating to sound.

• The root "aud" directly suggests that this term is related to the sense of hearing.

Audition: A trial performance to assess someone's suitability for a role.

• The root "aud" indicates that this is a test of one's ability to perform, specifically in a way that can be heard.

Audiovisual: Relating to both sound and vision.

• The root "aud" suggests that this term is related to the sense of hearing, while the "visual" part indicates a connection to sight.

Auditorium: A large room or hall for public gatherings, especially for performances or lectures.

• The root "aud" suggests that this is a place designed for people to gather and hear performances or speeches.

Audiotape: A magnetic tape used for recording and playing back sound.

• The root "aud" indicates that this is a medium used for recording and reproducing sound.

Audible: Capable of being heard.

Inaudible: Not capable of being heard.

• The prefix "in" negates the root "aud," suggesting that something is not able to be heard.