Word Wisdom Unit 1 Lesson 2 Vocabulary Flashcards

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announcer

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A person who announces something, especially a person who introduces or gives information on radio or television.

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announce

Back

To make a public declaration about a fact, occurrence, or intention.

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vocal

Back

Relating to the human voice.

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pronounce

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To make the sound of a word or part of a word in the correct or a particular way.

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pronunciation

Back

The way in which a word is pronounced.

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dictation

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The action of saying words aloud to be typed, written down, or recorded on tape.

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diction

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The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing.

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vowel

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A speech sound which is produced by comparatively open configuration of the vocal tract.

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vocalist

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A singer, typically one who regularly performs with a jazz or pop group.

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predict

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To say or estimate that a specified thing will happen in the future or will be a consequence of something.