Verbalization: meaning, definitions and examples
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verbalization
[ ˌvɜːr.bəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən ]
linguistics
The process of turning something into verbs; the act of using verbs or verbal expressions.
Synonyms
verbal expression, verbing
Examples of usage
- The verbalization of nouns is a common practice in English language.
- He is known for his excessive verbalization in his speeches.
psychology
The conversion of vague or ambiguous thoughts, emotions, or concepts into concrete words or images.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- His verbalization of his fears helped him understand and cope with them.
- Verbalization of emotions can be a useful tool in therapy.
communication
The act of putting thoughts, ideas, or feelings into words or speech.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Effective verbalization is key in interpersonal relationships.
- She struggled with verbalization of her complex emotions.
Translations
Translations of the word "verbalization" in other languages:
🇵🇹 verbalização
🇮🇳 मौखिककरण
🇩🇪 Verbalisierung
🇮🇩 verbalization
🇺🇦 вербалізація
🇵🇱 werbalizacja
🇯🇵 言語化
🇫🇷 verbalisations
🇪🇸 verbalización
🇹🇷 sözlü ifade
🇰🇷 언어화
🇸🇦 التعبير اللفظي
🇨🇿 verbalizace
🇸🇰 verbalizácia
🇨🇳 言语表达
🇸🇮 verbalizacija
🇮🇸 orðræðuhæfni
🇰🇿 вербализация
🇬🇪 ვერბალიზაცია
🇦🇿 verbalizasiya
🇲🇽 verbalización
Word origin
The word 'verbalization' originates from the combination of the word 'verb' and the suffix '-ize' (to make or become). It first appeared in the English language in the mid-19th century. The term has been used in various fields such as linguistics, psychology, and communication to describe the process of converting thoughts, emotions, or concepts into verbal form.
See also: verbalizable.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #31,168 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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