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Verbalizing: meaning, definitions and examples

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verbalizing

 

[ ˈvɜːrbəlaɪzɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

expressing ideas

Verbalizing refers to the act of expressing thoughts, feelings, or concepts through spoken language. This process enables individuals to articulate their inner experiences and communicate them effectively to others. Verbalizing can enhance understanding and clarity in conversations, making it essential in contexts such as therapy, education, and creative expression. It involves not only the selection of appropriate words but also the ability to convey tone and emotion.

Synonyms

articulating, communicating, expressing

Examples of usage

  • She struggles with verbalizing her emotions.
  • In therapy, clients often focus on verbalizing their thoughts.
  • Teachers encourage students to verbalize their reasoning during discussions.

Translations

Translations of the word "verbalizing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 verbalizando

🇮🇳 वर्बलाइजिंग

🇩🇪 verbalisiert

🇮🇩 memverbalisasikan

🇺🇦 вербалізація

🇵🇱 werbalizacja

🇯🇵 言語化する

🇫🇷 verbalisation

🇪🇸 verbalización

🇹🇷 sözelleştirme

🇰🇷 언어화

🇸🇦 التعبير الشفهي

🇨🇿 verbalizace

🇸🇰 verbalizácia

🇨🇳 口头表达

🇸🇮 verbalizacija

🇮🇸 málræða

🇰🇿 ауызша білдіру

🇬🇪 ვერბალიზაცია

🇦🇿 verbalizasiya

🇲🇽 verbalización

Word origin

The term 'verbalize' originates from the Latin word 'verbum,' which means 'word.' It entered the English language in the early 20th century, evolving from the idea of converting thoughts into words. The prefix 'ver-' from 'verbum' highlights the emphasis on language and speech. Over time, 'verbalize' has come to be used in various fields such as psychology, education, and communication studies, where the ability to articulate thoughts is deemed crucial. The progression from silent thought to verbal expression is considered a significant aspect of cognitive development and interpersonal communication.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,697, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.