VOICE is the sound produced by vocal cords for speech and singing, representing individual expression, opinion, or authority. Also refers to grammatical structure and literary perspective. A valuable 5-letter word with high-scoring V tile in Scrabble.
Yes. VOICE is in the Scrabble-style word list used by our tools and scores 10 points in Scrabble, 12 in Words With Friends and 11 in Wordfeud (base tile values, no board multipliers). Always check the dictionary your game uses (NWL, Collins or the WWF list) before playing.
| Letter | V | O | I | C | E | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
| Words With Friends | 5 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| Wordfeud | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 11 |
VOICE stands as one of humanity's most fundamental and complex characteristics—the unique acoustic signature that distinguishes each individual while serving as the primary vehicle for communication, expression, and social connection. From the first cry of a newborn to the whispered last words of the elderly, voice accompanies us through every stage of life, carrying not just information but emotion, personality, and cultural identity.
Anatomically, voice production represents an intricate collaboration between respiratory, laryngeal, and articulatory systems. Air from the lungs passes through the vocal folds in the larynx, creating vibrations that resonate through the throat, mouth, and nasal cavities. This biological symphony produces the infinite variety of human speech, from the deep bass of operatic performers to the delicate soprano of children's laughter.
Beyond physical sound production, voice embodies metaphorical power in language and society. "Having a voice" means possessing agency, influence, and the right to be heard. Democratic societies prize the "voice of the people," while authoritarian regimes seek to silence dissenting voices. In literature, narrative voice shapes readers' perceptions, while in business, brand voice defines corporate identity.
"Voice" derives from Old French "voiz" (Modern French "voix"), ultimately from Latin "vox, vocis," meaning sound, utterance, or speech. The Latin root connects to the Proto-Indo-European *wokws, related to the verb "vocare" (to call), which gives us "vocation" and "vocabulary."
Anagrams: no other word uses exactly the letters of VOICE.
Hooks: no front hooks; back VOICED, VOICER, VOICES.
Words inside VOICE: 7 shorter words can be made from these letters – highest scoring: COVEVICEVIEVOEICEOEOI. See all words from VOICE.