Meaning of the word "active voice" in English
What does "active voice" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
active voice
US /ˌæk.tɪv ˈvɔɪs/
UK /ˈæk.tɪv vɔɪs/
Noun
a grammatical voice in which the subject of the verb performs the action, as in 'The dog chased the ball.'
Example:
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In the sentence 'The student wrote the essay,' the verb is in the active voice.
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Using the active voice often makes your writing clearer and more direct.
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