Vocalize: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe the act of making sounds with the voice, often refers to expressing thoughts or feelings aloud, not necessarily in a musical context.

• She found it difficult to vocalize her emotions
• The baby started to vocalize its discomfort

Commonly used when talking about producing musical sounds with the voice, usually following a melody.

• She loves to sing in the shower
• Children sing Christmas carols during the holidays

Typically used in the context of repeating a phrase, slogan, or prayer in unison by a group of people, often in a rhythmic and simple manner.

• The crowd began to chant slogans during the protest
• Monks gathered to chant their daily prayers

Refers to singing or speaking in a trilling or quavering voice. Often used to describe birds, or sometimes people singing in a shaky manner.

• The birds began to warble early in the morning
• He tried to warble a tune but couldn't hold the notes