Definitions
- Referring to the voice of the people or public opinion. - Used in journalism to describe a news outlet that focuses on giving voice to marginalized communities. - Talking about a musical effect that alters the sound of a person's voice.
- Referring to the sound produced by speaking or singing. - Used in literature to describe the way a character speaks or expresses themselves. - Talking about the right to express one's opinions, beliefs, or feelings.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to the sound produced by speaking or singing.
- 2Both can be used metaphorically to describe the expression of opinions or ideas.
- 3Both are essential for communication and self-expression.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Vox is less common and more specialized than voice, which is widely used in everyday language.
- 2Meaning: Vox often refers to public opinion or marginalized voices, while voice can refer to the sound of a person's speech or singing, as well as their right to express themselves.
- 3Connotation: Vox can have a political or social justice connotation, while voice can be neutral or positive.
- 4Musical usage: Vox can refer to a specific effect that alters the sound of a person's voice, while voice is more general and can refer to any aspect of singing or speaking.
Remember this!
Vox and voice both refer to the sound produced by speaking or singing, but they differ in their usage, meaning, connotation, etymology, and musical usage. Vox is more specialized and often refers to public opinion or marginalized voices, while voice is more general and can refer to the sound of a person's speech or singing, as well as their right to express themselves.
