captivating voice

USAGE SUMMARY

"captivating voice" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use this phrase when you want to describe a person's voice in a positive and engaging way. For example, "She sang the national anthem with a captivating voice that filled the room with emotion."

✓ Grammatically correct

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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

14 human-written examples

A captivating voice often compared to recent Brit winner Ed Sheeren.

The Guardian

Seldes has nothing to work with apart from her captivating voice.

The New Yorker

"Everyone's wasted in this gruesome dream," Mr. Fagen sang in his plangent and oddly captivating voice.

The New York Times - Arts

In accord with Chinese opera idioms, Ms. Qian sings with a thin, nasal and eerily captivating voice.

The New York Times - Arts

By 1938, thousands of Americans, including the first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt, had come to admire her captivating voice.

The New York Times - Books

Even for the author, there is the sense of not knowing what will come next, and being drawn along by the actor's captivating voice.

The New York Times - Books

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Similar Expressions

46 human-written examples

She has one of the most captivating voices you'll ever hear.

Huffington Post

He wrote legibly and had a soothing, captivating radio voice.

The New York Times - Books

Though her French is foggy, Netrebko is captivating, her voice lustrous and flexible, calculation and candour expertly blended.

Independent

The story will be available as a free ebook from Amazon and Apple, and is also being offered as a interactive reading experience on Tumblr, with videos, sound, music and narration in what Land Rover called "a captivating British voice".

The Guardian - Books

The voice of the singer, Eoin Kenny, is also captivating, it is a voice powerful but also aching.

Huffington Post

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When describing a performance, use "captivating voice" to highlight the performer's vocal ability to draw the audience in.

Common error

While "captivating voice" is generally positive, avoid using it excessively in highly formal or academic writing. Consider more neutral terms like "clear voice" or "resonant voice" depending on the intended meaning.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "captivating voice" functions as an adjective-noun compound, where 'captivating' modifies the noun 'voice'. According to Ludwig AI, this phrase is correct and usable. The phrase describes a quality of the voice that is attractive and holds attention.

Expression frequency: Common

Frequent in

News & Media

60%

Books

20%

Music

10%

Less common in

Wiki

5%

Encyclopedias

3%

Formal & Business

2%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "captivating voice" is a grammatically correct and commonly used phrase to describe a voice that is highly attractive and engaging. Ludwig AI confirms its usability, and it is most frequently found in News & Media, Books, and Music contexts. While versatile, it's important to consider the tone of your writing and choose more neutral alternatives for highly formal contexts. Consider using synonyms such as "alluring voice" or "enchanting voice" to vary your language.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

alluring voice

Replaces 'captivating' with 'alluring', suggesting a seductive or enticing quality.

enchanting voice

Substitutes 'captivating' with 'enchanting', implying a magical or spellbinding effect.

mesmerizing voice

Replaces 'captivating' with 'mesmerizing', highlighting the hypnotic or spellbinding nature of the voice.

irresistible voice

Uses 'irresistible' instead of 'captivating', emphasizing the compelling nature of the voice.

compelling voice

Replaces 'captivating' with 'compelling', stressing the forceful and attention-grabbing quality.

fascinating voice

Substitutes 'captivating' with 'fascinating', indicating a strong interest or attraction.

magnetic voice

Replaces 'captivating' with 'magnetic', suggesting the voice draws people in.

enthralling voice

Uses 'enthralling' instead of 'captivating', implying that the voice completely holds one's attention.

arresting voice

Replaces 'captivating' with 'arresting', which means the voice immediately grabs attention.

riveting voice

Substitutes 'captivating' with 'riveting', indicating the voice is completely absorbing and engaging.

FAQs

How can I describe a voice that holds my attention?

The phrase "captivating voice" is suitable. Other options include "alluring voice", "enchanting voice", or "mesmerizing voice".

What does it mean to have a captivating voice?

A captivating voice means the speaker or singer has a voice that is highly engaging, attractive, and able to hold the listener's attention effectively.

Is 'captivating voice' suitable for formal writing?

While generally acceptable, consider the tone of your formal writing. In some cases, alternatives such as "resonant voice" or "clear voice" might be more appropriate.

Can 'captivating' be used to describe something other than a voice?

Yes, "captivating" can describe anything that holds your attention, such as a "captivating story", "captivating performance", or "captivating view".