How Do You Spell DEVOCALISE?

Pronunciation: [dɪvˈɒkəlˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "devocalise" is based on its pronunciation. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /diːˈvəʊkəlaɪz/. The first syllable is pronounced as "dee," the second as "voh," and the third as "kuh." The ending "-ise" is a common spelling in British English, indicating the action or process of the verb. In phonetic terms, the stresses fall on the second and fourth syllables, with the long "o" sound in the second syllable and the short "i" sound in the fourth.

DEVOCALISE Meaning and Definition

1. Devocalise (also spelled devocalize) is a verb that refers to the act of removing or disabling a person or an animal's vocal cords or altering them to reduce or eliminate their ability to produce sound. This is commonly done through surgical procedures, such as vocal cordectomy or vocal cord paralysis, which render the vocal cords unable to vibrate effectively. Devocalisation can also refer to other methods, such as the application of chemical substances or the use of devices that may cause atrophy or damage to the vocal cords.

   Devocalisation is typically performed on animals, such as dogs, cats, or birds, with the intention of reducing or eliminating their ability to vocalize. This procedure may be undertaken for various reasons, including reducing noise levels, preventing disturbances or complaints from neighbors, or correcting behavior problems. However, it is a highly controversial practice that has faced criticism from animal welfare organizations, veterinary professionals, and many individuals.

   It is important to note that devocalisation is considered unethical by many due to the potential physical and psychological harm it can cause to animals. The procedure can lead to complications, such as chronic pain, respiratory issues, swallowing difficulties, or quality of life impairment. Additionally, removing an animal's ability to vocalize may impede their natural communication and expression, which are fundamental aspects of their wellbeing. Consequently, many countries and jurisdictions have placed restrictions or outright bans on devocalisation procedures, advocating for alternative methods to address behavioral issues or manage noise concerns.

Etymology of DEVOCALISE

The word "devocalise" is derived from the combination of two Latin roots: "de" meaning "remove" or "take away" and "vocalis" meaning "vocal" or "voice". These roots form the verb "devocalisare" in Late Latin, which means "to remove the voice" or "to make voiceless". Over time, this verb evolved into the word "devocalize" in English, which refers to the act of surgically removing or disabling a creature's vocal cords, making it unable to produce sound.

Conjugate verb Devocalise

CONDITIONAL

I would devocalise

you would devocalise

he/she/it would devocalise

we would devocalise

they would devocalise

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be devocalising

you would be devocalising

he/she/it would be devocalising

we would be devocalising

they would be devocalising

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have devocalise

you would have devocalise

he/she/it would have devocalise

we would have devocalise

they would have devocalise

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been devocalising

you would have been devocalising

he/she/it would have been devocalising

we would have been devocalising

they would have been devocalising

FUTURE

I will devocalise

you will devocalise

he/she/it will devocalise

we will devocalise

they will devocalise

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be devocalising

you will be devocalising

he/she/it will be devocalising

we will be devocalising

they will be devocalising

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have devocalised

you will have devocalised

he/she/it will have devocalised

we will have devocalised

they will have devocalised

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been devocalising

you will have been devocalising

he/she/it will have been devocalising

we will have been devocalising

they will have been devocalising

IMPERATIVE

you devocalise

we let´s devocalise

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to devocalise

PAST

I devocalised

you devocalised

he/she/it devocalised

we devocalised

they devocalised

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was devocalising

you were devocalising

he/she/it was devocalising

we were devocalising

they were devocalising

PAST PARTICIPLE

devocalised

PAST PERFECT

I had devocalised

you had devocalised

he/she/it had devocalised

we had devocalised

they had devocalised

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been devocalising

you had been devocalising

he/she/it had been devocalising

we had been devocalising

they had been devocalising

PRESENT

I devocalise

you devocalise

he/she/it devocalises

we devocalise

they devocalise

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am devocalising

you are devocalising

he/she/it is devocalising

we are devocalising

they are devocalising

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

devocalising

PRESENT PERFECT

I have devocalised

you have devocalised

he/she/it has devocalised

we have devocalised

they have devocalised

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been devocalising

you have been devocalising

he/she/it has been devocalising

we have been devocalising

they have been devocalising