26 | Noise Pollution

Today you will learn 5 new English words related to "Noise Pollution"

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SEWT Team
June 03, 2025

Understanding noise pollution is important for you, an ESL learner, as it helps you become aware of environmental issues in your new community. Learning about the sources of noise pollution, its impact on health and well-being, and strategies for noise reduction enhances your environmental awareness. Today’s vocabulary will encourage you to participate in community efforts to mitigate noise pollution. Let’s jump right in!

5 TERMS

  1. Disturbance (Noun): An interruption or disruption in the normal state of peace, often caused by loud or unwanted noise.

  2. Annoyance (Noun): A feeling of irritation or displeasure caused by something, such as loud noises.

  3. Decibel (Noun): A unit of measurement for the intensity of sound; commonly used to quantify noise levels.

  4. Excessive (Adjective): More than what is necessary, normal, or acceptable, often used to describe loud or disturbing noise.

  5. Soundproof (Adjective / Verb): Designed to prevent sound from passing through, or to make a space quieter by blocking noise.

EXAMPLE SENTENCES

  1. Disturbance

    • The constant construction work outside caused a significant disturbance in the neighborhood.

    • The disturbance from the nearby bar made it hard to concentrate on my studies.

    • Even at night, the traffic noise was a disturbance to the people living nearby.

  2. Annoyance

    • The annoyance of honking horns during rush hour was unbearable.

    • The loud music from the party was a constant annoyance to the residents.

    • Annoyance from the nearby nightclub prevented me from getting a good night's sleep.

  3. Decibel 

    • The concert's noise level exceeded 100 decibels, which is considered harmful to hearing.

    • The noise from the airplane was measured at over 90 decibels, making it a significant source of pollution.

    • Prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 decibels can cause permanent hearing damage.

  4. Excessive

    • The excessive noise from the construction site disturbed the entire neighborhood.

    • The city's excessive traffic congestion contributes significantly to urban noise pollution.

    • Excessive loud music at night can lead to complaints from nearby residents.

  5. Soundproof

    1. They installed soundproof windows to block out the noise from the busy street.

    2. Soundproofing the walls of the office helped reduce distractions during meetings.

    3. Many people invest in soundproof technology to protect their homes from traffic noise.

EXAMPLE PARAGRAPH

Noise pollution refers to excessive or disturbing levels of sound that can have negative impacts on human health and the environment. Measured in decibels, these sounds can cause annoyance, stress, sleep disturbances, and even hearing loss. Strategies to mitigate noise pollution include soundproofing homes and workplaces, implementing noise control measures in industrial areas, and promoting awareness of the impact of excessive noise on human well-being.

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