Definitions for subvocal

subvocal sub·vo·cal

Spelling: [suhb-voh-kuh l]
IPA: /sʌbˈvoʊ kəl/

Subvocal is a 8 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 15 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 20 points.

You can make 244 anagrams from letters in subvocal (abclosuv).

Definitions for subvocal

adjective

  1. mentally formulated as words, especially without vocalization.

Origin of subvocal

First recorded in 1920-25; sub- + vocal

Examples for subvocal

Only the force of long training and habit kept him from shouting the words aloud instead of keeping them to a subvocal whisper.

I let out a subvocal squeal and was pitched forward as the ride system shuddered to a stop.

Hayden does not distinguish the subvocal and aspirate th in Omaha.

Orne touched the subvocal stud at his neck, moved his speaking muscles without opening his mouth.

Word Value for subvocal
Scrable

15

Words with friends

20

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