How Do You Spell DEVOCALIZE?

Pronunciation: [dɪvˈɒkə͡lˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

Devocalize is a verb that refers to the act of removing or reducing an animal's vocal cords in order to prevent them from making loud noises. The word is pronounced with four syllables: /dee-VOH-kuh-lyze/. The stress falls on the second syllable, which is pronounced with a long "o" sound. The "c" in the word is pronounced as an "s" sound, while the "z" at the end is pronounced with a "z" sound. This spelling follows the typical English patterns of prefix "de-" meaning "undoing" and "vocalize" meaning "to make sounds."

DEVOCALIZE Meaning and Definition

1. The term "devocalize" refers to the act of surgically or medically removing or suppressing the vocal cords of an animal, particularly dogs or cats. This procedure is also known as "debarking" or "bark softening." Devocalization is usually performed with the intention of reducing or eliminating an animal's ability to produce vocal sounds, such as barking or meowing, in order to address issues related to excessive noise.

   Devocalization is considered a controversial and ethically contentious procedure, as it involves permanently altering an animal's natural communication abilities. Advocates argue that it can be a useful option for individuals with animals who consistently engage in excessive vocalization, which may cause disturbance in residential areas or lead to abandonment or relinquishment. However, opponents view devocalization as an invasive and unnecessary practice that significantly compromises an animal's well-being and violates their right to express themselves.

   It is important to note that devocalization should only be performed by qualified veterinary professionals, as it is a complex surgical procedure that carries risks and potential complications. Different countries and jurisdictions have varying regulations and guidelines regarding devocalization, with some banning or heavily restricting the practice altogether.

   Overall, devocalization is a contentious topic within the field of animal welfare, drawing attention to the responsibilities of pet owners in managing and addressing behavioral issues.

Common Misspellings for DEVOCALIZE

• sevocalize
• xevocalize
• cevocalize
• fevocalize
• revocalize
• eevocalize
• dwvocalize
• dsvocalize
• ddvocalize
• drvocalize
• d4vocalize
• d3vocalize
• decocalize
• debocalize
• degocalize
• defocalize
• devicalize
• devkcalize
• devlcalize
• devocalise
• Divocalize

Etymology of DEVOCALIZE

The word "devocalize" is derived from a combination of the prefix "de-" meaning "remove" or "reverse" and the word "vocalize" which refers to the act of producing voice or sounds through speech, singing, or other vocal methods.

Devocalize is specifically used to describe the procedure or act of removing or reducing an animal's ability to vocalize, typically done to dogs through a surgery called a devocalization or vocal cordectomy.

Conjugate verb Devocalize

CONDITIONAL

I would devocalize

you would devocalize

he/she/it would devocalize

we would devocalize

they would devocalize

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be devocalizing

you would be devocalizing

he/she/it would be devocalizing

we would be devocalizing

they would be devocalizing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have devocalize

you would have devocalize

he/she/it would have devocalize

we would have devocalize

they would have devocalize

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been devocalizing

you would have been devocalizing

he/she/it would have been devocalizing

we would have been devocalizing

they would have been devocalizing

FUTURE

I will devocalize

you will devocalize

he/she/it will devocalize

we will devocalize

they will devocalize

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be devocalizing

you will be devocalizing

he/she/it will be devocalizing

we will be devocalizing

they will be devocalizing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have devocalized

you will have devocalized

he/she/it will have devocalized

we will have devocalized

they will have devocalized

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been devocalizing

you will have been devocalizing

he/she/it will have been devocalizing

we will have been devocalizing

they will have been devocalizing

IMPERATIVE

you devocalize

we let´s devocalize

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to devocalize

PAST

I devocalized

you devocalized

he/she/it devocalized

we devocalized

they devocalized

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was devocalizing

you were devocalizing

he/she/it was devocalizing

we were devocalizing

they were devocalizing

PAST PARTICIPLE

devocalized

PAST PERFECT

I had devocalized

you had devocalized

he/she/it had devocalized

we had devocalized

they had devocalized

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been devocalizing

you had been devocalizing

he/she/it had been devocalizing

we had been devocalizing

they had been devocalizing

PRESENT

I devocalize

you devocalize

he/she/it devocalizes

we devocalize

they devocalize

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am devocalizing

you are devocalizing

he/she/it is devocalizing

we are devocalizing

they are devocalizing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

devocalizing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have devocalized

you have devocalized

he/she/it has devocalized

we have devocalized

they have devocalized

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been devocalizing

you have been devocalizing

he/she/it has been devocalizing

we have been devocalizing

they have been devocalizing