Sound unit (7)

Latest answer — July 08, 2026

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This unit measures how loud something is, often used in music and sound engineering! 🎶

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This clue's Wednesday, July 08, 2026 appearance

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Across

  1. 1Children's party game (8,5)
  2. 8Running bird (3)
  3. 9Face wiper (9)
  4. 10Pacific islander (8)
  5. 11Puddle (4)
  6. 13Give generously (6)
  7. 14Charity jog (3,3)
  8. 16Batch - cut short (4)
  9. 17Friendliness (8)
  10. 20Eyewitness (9)
  11. 21Badge (3)
  12. 22Line of improvement (8,5)

Down

  1. 1Petal (anag) (5)
  2. 2Essex city (8-2-3)
  3. 3Give false information about (8)
  4. 4Bergen's country (6)
  5. 5Use needles (4)
  6. 6Boat driver? (8,5)
  7. 7Russian government (7)
  8. 12Exultant (8)
  9. 13Sound unit (7)
  10. 15Saturated (6)
  11. 18Bird of prey (5)
  12. 19Iran (anag) (4)

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Children's party game (8,5) — Answer: POSTMANSKNOCK. Hint: Think of a playful game where kids might have fun with unexpected visits! 🎉
  2. 8. Running bird (3) — Answer: EMU. Hint: This flightless bird is native to Australia and can really sprint! 🦙
  3. 9. Face wiper (9) — Answer: SERVIETTE. Hint: This item helps keep your hands and mouth tidy during meals! 🍽️
  4. 10. Pacific islander (8) — Answer: TAHITIAN. Hint: Think of a vibrant culture from a famous tropical paradise! 🌺
  5. 11. Puddle (4) — Answer: POOL. Hint: Think of a fun place to play on a hot day! 💦
  6. 13. Give generously (6) — Answer: DONATE. Hint: Think about what you do when you want to help others with your resources! 🤝
  7. 14. Charity jog (3,3) — Answer: FUNRUN. Hint: Get ready to dash for a good cause! 🏃‍♂️
  8. 16. Batch - cut short (4) — Answer: CROP. Hint: Think about what farmers do to their fields each season! 🌾
  9. 17. Friendliness (8) — Answer: BONHOMIE. Hint: Think of a warm and cheerful demeanor that makes others feel welcome! 😊
  10. 20. Eyewitness (9) — Answer: BYSTANDER. Hint: Someone who observes an event happening right in front of them! 👀
  11. 21. Badge (3) — Answer: TAG. Hint: It's a small label that can identify or categorize things! 🏷️
  12. 22. Line of improvement (8,5) — Answer: LEARNINGCURVE. Hint: Think about the process of gaining skills over time! 📈

Down

  1. 1. Petal (anag) (5) — Answer: PLEAT. Hint: This word can describe a fold in fabric that resembles something delicate and floral! 🌸
  2. 2. Essex city (8-2-3) — Answer: SOUTHENDONSEA. Hint: This coastal town is known for its pier and seaside fun! 🌊
  3. 3. Give false information about (8) — Answer: MISSTATE. Hint: When you twist the truth, you might be doing this! 🤥
  4. 4. Bergen's country (6) — Answer: NORWAY. Hint: This Scandinavian country is known for its fjords and Vikings! 🇳🇴
  5. 5. Use needles (4) — Answer: KNIT. Hint: Think of crafting cozy sweaters and scarves! 🧶
  6. 6. Boat driver? (8,5) — Answer: OUTBOARDMOTOR. Hint: This gadget powers your aquatic adventures, steering you through the waves! 🚤
  7. 7. Russian government (7) — Answer: KREMLIN. Hint: Think of a fortified complex that's a symbol of power in Russia! 🏰
  8. 12. Exultant (8) — Answer: EUPHORIC. Hint: Think of a feeling that's like soaring on cloud nine! ☁️
  9. 13. Sound unit (7) — Answer: DECIBEL. Hint: This unit measures how loud something is, often used in music and sound engineering! 🎶
  10. 15. Saturated (6) — Answer: SODDEN. Hint: Think of something that’s soaked through and feels heavy with moisture! 💧
  11. 18. Bird of prey (5) — Answer: EAGLE. Hint: This majestic bird is often seen as a symbol of freedom and strength! 🦅
  12. 19. Iran (anag) (4) — Answer: RAIN. Hint: When clouds gather, what might fall from above? ☔

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The answer to “Sound unit (7)” in the The Guardian Quick crossword is DECIBEL — a 7-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 8, 2026, a Wednesday puzzle, at 13-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Sound unit (7)” answer

DECIBEL (7 letters)

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Why the answer is DECIBEL

This unit measures how loud something is, often used in music and sound engineering! 🎶

When else has “Sound unit (7)” appeared?

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July 8, 2026 (most recent) → DECIBEL. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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What is the answer to “Sound unit (7)”?

The answer is DECIBEL, a 7-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 8, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Sound unit (7)”?

7 letters: DECIBEL.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 8, 2026 (a Wednesday puzzle), at 13-Down.

Can “Sound unit (7)” have a different answer?

Yes — The Guardian Quick sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

Where can I find the rest of this day's Guardian Quick answers?

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