What does hoarse means?

"Hoarse" describes a rough, raspy, or strained sound in the voice. It's often caused by inflammation or irritation of the vocal cords, making it difficult to speak clearly or easily.

Here are some synonyms for "hoarse":

* Rough

* Raspy

* Strident

* Husky

* Thick

* Croaky

Here are some examples of how "hoarse" is used:

* "After shouting all day, my voice was hoarse."

* "The singer had a hoarse whisper."

* "The cold left him with a hoarse cough."