vocal

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈvəʊ.kəl/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈvoʊ.kəl/

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Adjective

Positive vocal

Comparative more vocal

Superlative most vocal

1. Vocal cords, groups, performances, etc. are related to the voice or speaking.

   She has a beautiful vocal range and can sing both high and low notes effortlessly.

   The choir practice their vocal parts to prepare for the upcoming performance.

2. If your are vocal, you speak out about topics you care about.

   She's a vocal critic of the government.

   The student was very vocal about his disagreement with the new school policy.

   The politician was known for her vocal opposition to the new tax proposal.

Noun

Singular vocal

Plural vocals

1. A vocal is the musical part performed by singers.

   The song has a beautiful melody together with a great vocal.

   The vocals were recorded after the rest of the song.

Related words

• vocalist
• vocalize/vocalise
• vocally