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vocalizer

vocalizer

6.3
A program that reads written text aloud
  • noun
  • /ˈvoʊkəˌlaɪzər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : sintetizador de voz
  • The vocalizer read the text aloud, making it easier for the visually impaired students to understand the lesson.

Examples

  • The new vocalizer technology can transform any written content into clear spoken words.

  • Using a vocalizer, she was able to listen to her favorite books instead of reading them.

  • Sure I made this vocalizer for Dr. Hawking.

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Synonyms

pronouncer
vsvocalizer
1 4.2

A person or device that says words so learners hear correct sounds

converts written text into spoken words for accessibility rather than teaching pronunciation
speech synthesizer
vsvocalizer
  • Specialized
1 4.8

A device or program that makes a voice like a human

converts written text into spoken words for accessibility use

Surface Forms

vocalizer singular
vocalizers plural

Morphology

vocalizer = vocalize (transparent) = vocal + ize + er

The device/program name is formed by adding the agentive '-er' to 'vocalize', indicating 'that which vocalizes'.

Etymology

Vocalizer comes from the part vocal, which means 'voice' and is like the English word voice. In technology, a vocalizer is a program or device that gives written text a 'voice' by reading it aloud.