Vocable

Pronunciation: /ˈvoʊ.kə.bəl/

Definitions of vocable

noun a word, especially one regarded in relation to others in a sentence.

Example Sentences

A1 A vocable is a simple word or term that is easy to understand.

A2 In language learning, beginners often start by learning basic vocables.

B1 The linguist studied the origins and meanings of various vocables in different languages.

B2 It is important for translators to accurately translate vocables to maintain the original meaning.

C1 The poet used obscure vocables to create a sense of mystery in her writing.

C2 The professor's lecture on ancient vocables was both informative and engaging.

Examples of vocable in a Sentence

formal The linguist explained the meaning of the vocable in the ancient text.

informal I had to look up the vocable in the dictionary to understand what it meant.

slang The kids these days use all sorts of vocables that I don't understand.

figurative The artist used colors as vocables to convey emotions in her painting.

Grammatical Forms of vocable

• past tense: vocabled
• plural: vocables
• comparative: more vocable
• superlative: most vocable
• present tense: vocables
• future tense: will vocable
• perfect tense: have vocabled
• continuous tense: is vocabling
• singular: vocable
• positive degree: vocable
• infinitive: to vocable
• gerund: vocabling
• participle: vocabled

Origin and Evolution of vocable

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'vocable' originated from the Latin word 'vocabilis', meaning able to be called or spoken.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in medieval Latin to refer to a word or phrase that is capable of being spoken or pronounced, 'vocable' evolved over time to also denote a word or phrase that is meaningful or significant in a particular context.