Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

voice-cracks

noun

/vɔɪs kræks/

Definition

Sudden and unintended changes in pitch during speech, often occurring during adolescence or in cases of emotional stress.

Examples

During his presentation, he experienced a few voice-cracks that made everyone chuckle.
As she sang, her voice broke with a voice-crack, surprising her audience.
Many boys go through a phase of voice-cracks as their voices deepen.

Meaning

Voice-cracks are typically associated with the natural changes in the vocal cords, often heard when a person is going through puberty or when they are feeling anxious or excited. It can make the voice sound shaky or unsteady momentarily.