Uncountable: When referring to the general ability to speak or the sound produced by the vocal cords, "voice" is uncountable.
* Examples:
* "She has a beautiful voice."
* "The voice of the crowd was deafening."
Countable: When referring to a specific individual's way of speaking or a distinct vocal part, "voice" is countable.
* Examples:
* "There were three voices arguing in the hallway."
* "He added his voice to the chorus."
Here's a breakdown to help distinguish:
* Uncountable: Focuses on the general act of speaking or the sound itself.
* Countable: Focuses on individual instances of speech or distinct vocal parts.
Example:
* "The voice of the people is powerful." (Uncountable) Here, "voice" refers to the general power of collective speech.
* "He raised his voice in protest." (Countable) Here, "voice" refers to a specific instance of speaking, his own.