Verbs of Verbal Action - Verbs for Vocalizing

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to vocalizing such as "whisper", "utter", and "mumble".

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Verbs of Verbal Action

to speak very softly or quietly, usually to avoid being overheard by others who are nearby

Ex: While waiting in line , they were whispering about their upcoming vacation .

to speak in a low, soft voice, often in a way that is difficult to hear or understand

Ex: Walking through the serene forest , they murmured words of appreciation for nature .

to speak in a low or unclear voice, often so that the words are difficult to understand

Ex: She mumbled an apology as she hurriedly walked away from the awkward situation .

to speak in a way that is not clear or easily heard

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to produce sounds or words with one's voice

Ex: In the quiet room , you could hear the author vocalize the words of his latest novel as he worked on the manuscript .

to repeat or perform something again, often to make it clearer, better, or to emphasize specific points

Ex: The manager iterated the company 's commitment to customer satisfaction in the annual meeting .
to utter [verb]

to make audible sounds without necessarily forming clear or meaningful words

Ex: As the storm approached , the wind uttered eerie howls .

to pronounce or utter something in a clear and precise way

Ex: It is important for a teacher to articulate instructions clearly to ensure students understand the lesson .

to say the sound of a letter or word correctly or in a specific way

Ex: The teacher emphasized the importance of pronouncing vowels accurately .

to say a word or words incorrectly, especially with regards to the proper pronunciation

Ex: Despite his efforts to learn the language , he continued to mispronounce certain words due to their unfamiliarity .

to pronounce words clearly and correctly

Ex: During the public speaking competition , participants were judged on how well they could enounce their prepared speeches .

to clearly and correctly articulate words

Ex: Public speakers are often advised to enunciate their words to convey confidence and credibility to the audience .
to rave [verb]

to talk rapidly and incoherently, making it hard for others to understand what is being said

Ex: The little kid was so excited about the birthday party that he began to rave about all the presents he wanted .

to make random, meaningless sounds

Ex: The malfunctioning robot started to babble , indicating a technical glitch .

to speak rapidly and unintelligibly, often producing meaningless sounds

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to talk rapidly and excitedly, often in a senseless manner

Ex: During the lively debate , participants jabbered passionately about their viewpoints , creating a dynamic discussion .

to make a sudden, uncontrolled vocal sound as a reaction to an emotion

Ex: The athlete let out a triumphant roar of victory after crossing the finish line first .

to talk continuously and aimlessly

Ex: The professor maundered through the lecture , veering off topic frequently .

to shout or speak suddenly and strongly, often expressing a strong emotion

Ex: He exclaimed loudly , expressing his frustration and disappointment .
to call [verb]

(of a bird or an animal) to produce a characteristic sound

Ex: The robin called from the treetop , heralding the arrival of spring .

to shout something

Ex: The crowd called out in protest .
to sigh [verb]

to release a long deep audible breath, to express one's sadness, tiredness, etc.

Ex: Upon hearing the news , he could n't help but sigh in disappointment .

to speak with involuntary repetitive sounds or interruptions in the flow of speech

Ex: The young boy struggled with a speech impediment , causing him to stutter in certain situations .

to say something from memory, such as a poem or speech

Ex: The actor spent hours rehearsing to be able to recite his lines convincingly on stage .
to chant [verb]

to say words or phrases repeatedly and in a rhythmic manner

Ex: The teacher encouraged the students to chant multiplication tables to reinforce learning .
to purr [verb]

to talk in a low, soft voice, particularly to express contentment or to convey seductive charm

Ex: As they lounged by the fireplace , he regaled her with stories from his travels , his voice purring with passion for adventure .