voice
UK/vɔɪs/US/vɒis/
NGSL 1kA2
Definitions
n.
The sound produced by the vocal cords when speaking or singing.
嗓音，声音
n.
The right or opportunity to express an opinion; a say.
发言权；意见表达
v.
To express an opinion or feeling in words.
表达，说出（意见、情感）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedStraight from Latin vōx "voice" through Old French. The literal sound extends to the abstract "say": having a voice in a decision means having the chance to speak up.
Root voc still carries 54 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.raise your voice提高嗓门
- 2.lower your voice压低声音
- 3.tone of voice语气
- 4.have a voice有发言权
- 5.voice an opinion表达意见
Example Sentences
- 1.
She lowered her voice so the children wouldn't hear.
- 2.
Citizens deserve a voice in how their city is run.
- 3.
He voiced concerns about the new policy at the meeting.