Definition

Able to be spoken or expressed in words.

Example

The vocable sounds were difficult to understand without context.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I read that some sounds are considered vocable in different languages.

That's interesting! I wonder how they decide what counts as a vocable sound.

Yeah, I guess it varies a lot depending on the culture.

For sure, language is so fascinating in that way!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A word that is seen only as a combination of sounds or letters, without focusing on its meaning.

Example

The teacher asked the students to identify the vocable in the poem that had no clear meaning.

Conversation

I was reading about something called a vocable the other day.

Oh really? What does that mean?

It’s basically a word that’s just sounds or letters, without a real meaning.

Root Explanation

**Vocable** → It is formed from "vocare" (meaning to call) and the suffix "-ble" (meaning capable of). The word "vocable" refers to something that is capable of being called or spoken, often relating to a word or term.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vocare' meaning to 'call' — a vocable is something that can be called or spoken, like a word.

Visually Confused Words