sound effects

noun
UK /ˈsaʊnd ɪˌfekts/
US /ˈsaʊnd ɪˌfekts/

Sounds made to seem like real noises in a movie, game, or show.

The movie used sound effects to make the thunder sound real.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Recorded or created noises added to a performance or broadcast.

The radio play added sound effects like footsteps and rain.

3. Special noises used in video games to give feedback to players.

The game's sound effects let you hear when you collect a coin.

4. Any artificial noise used to imitate a real event.

The stage crew made sound effects for the wind and the door slam.