Cool MateMeaning of Vocal
connected with the voice
In simple words: Relating to the voice or speaking.
Vocal in a sentence
- vocal music
- the vocal organs *(= the tongue, lips, etc.)*
- He has been very vocal in his criticism of the government's policy.
- The protesters are a small but vocal minority.
- a highly vocal opposition group
- criticized by a small but increasingly vocal minority
- women who are very vocal about men's failings
How to use Vocal
Used in contexts relating to singing, speaking, or expressing feelings. More common in formal contexts when discussing performance or expression.
Grammar pattern
vocal + noun
Memory hint
Think of 'vocal' as linked to 'voice' - both start with 'voc'. Imagine a singer using their voice.
Related words
Common mistakes with Vocal
- Confused with 'vocalize', which means to produce sound.
- Used incorrectly to describe instruments instead of voices.
- Incorrectly applied as an adjective for silent actions.
Vocal appears in
Vocal in other languages
More words like Vocal
- Oral
- Spoken
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not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Vocal
What does Vocal mean?
Relating to the voice or speaking.
What is the definition of Vocal?
connected with the voice
How do you use Vocal in a sentence?
vocal music
Can you give another example of Vocal?
the vocal organs *(= the tongue, lips, etc.)*
What are synonyms for Vocal?
Common alternatives include oral, spoken, voiced, articulated, expressive.
What is the opposite of Vocal?
Opposite meanings include silent, mute, quiet.
What words go with Vocal?
It commonly pairs with be, become, extremely, fairly, very, about, in.
What are common mistakes when using Vocal?
Confused with 'vocalize', which means to produce sound. Used incorrectly to describe instruments instead of voices. Incorrectly applied as an adjective for silent actions.
How do you pronounce Vocal?
US: /["/ˈvəʊkl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈvəʊkl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Vocal?
Used in contexts relating to singing, speaking, or expressing feelings. More common in formal contexts when discussing performance or expression.
What CEFR level is Vocal?
"Vocal" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.