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amplify voice

[/ˈæmplɪfaɪ vɔɪs/]
verb phrase
amplificar a voz
1. To make one's voice louder or more audible using technological means or increased vocal effort
She used a microphone to amplify her voice during the speech.
Ela usou um microfone para amplificar sua voz durante o discurso.
2. To give greater prominence, emphasis, or reach to one's opinions or message
Social media helps activists amplify their voice and reach more people.
As redes sociais ajudam os ativistas a amplificar sua voz e alcançar mais pessoas.
3. To strengthen or enhance the power of expression or communication
The artist tried to amplify her voice through various artistic mediums.
A artista tentou amplificar sua voz através de vários meios artísticos.
Synonyms
increase volumeboost voiceenhance voicestrengthen voiceraise voicegive voice tomake heard
Antonyms
silencemufflesuppressdiminish voicequietmute

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
amplificar a voz
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
amplificar a voz / reforçar a voz
Both terms are commonly used in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
amplificar a voz / dar volume à voz
Colloquial usage may include 'dar volume'
Portugal
amplificar a voz / dar mais alcance à voz
Portuguese Portuguese may emphasize 'reach' aspect more

Related Idioms & Phrases

give voice to
raise one's voice
make one's voice heard
speak up
have a say
use one's platform
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