Geluidarme

Geluidarme is a Dutch term that may be used to describe something that produces little sound. It is not widely attested as a standard word in formal Dutch dictionaries; in most contexts the standard adjective is geluidsarm. When heard in marketing or technical writing, geluidarme is typically used as a variant meaning low-noise or quiet.

In meaning, geluidarme describes devices, systems, or environments with reduced noise emission. There is no universal threshold that defines it; it generally implies sound levels lower than those of comparable products. Noise is usually quantified in decibels (dB), often using dB(A) to reflect human hearing sensitivity. In practice, geluidarme equipment may employ design strategies such as improved enclosure and ventilation, vibration isolation, smoother operating speeds, or electric drives to minimize noise.

Applications of the concept appear in consumer electronics and home appliances (for example, refrigerators, dishwashers, vacuum cleaners), in transportation (notably electric vehicles and other quiet-propulsion options), and in industrial machinery where noise reduction is a workplace or community concern. In environmental planning, quieter equipment and processes help mitigate noise pollution and improve quality of life in affected areas.

Linguistic notes: geluidsarm is the more common standard Dutch term for low-noise; geluidarme may appear in marketing or informal contexts. Related concepts include acoustics, noise reduction, and standards such as ISO 3744 and ISO 3745, which concern the measurement of sound power and emission of machinery and equipment.