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voz

voice

noun BOHS Less Common
Communication Speech

Origin: From Latin vox, vocis ('voice, word').

Also means

vote, word (in grammar)

Usage Note

Voz is feminine despite ending in a consonant. The plural is voces, with the regular -z → -ces spelling change. Beyond the physical voice, it means 'word' or 'entry' in a dictionary (una voz del diccionario) and 'vote/say' in the phrase no tener voz ni voto ('to have no say whatsoever'). Voz pasiva and voz activa are the grammatical passive and active voices.

Examples

"Tiene una voz muy suave y agradable."

Natural Translation

She has a very soft and pleasant voice.

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