Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vocative
noun
/ˈvoʊkətɪv/
Definition
The vocative case is a grammatical case used for addressing or calling someone or something directly.
Examples
- In the sentence ‘O Maria, please come here,’ ‘Maria’ is in the vocative case.
- ‘Hey, friend, can you help me?’ – ‘friend’ illustrates the vocative usage.
Meaning
In language, the vocative case is used to show when a speaker is directly speaking to someone. It emphasizes the person or entity being addressed.
Synonyms
- addressing
- calling
- naming
