voice procedure

Voice procedure is the name given to techniques used in spoken communication over two-way radios, particularly by the military. Voice procedure is intended to maximise clarity of spoken communication and reduce misunderstanding. It consists of standard ways pronouncing words, or spelling words (see phonetic alphabet) and of 'code words' or phrases with specialised meanings, such as 'over' and 'roger'. Many organisations have their own voice procedures. The military of the NATO countries have similar procedures in order to make cooperation easier, and pseudo-military organisations often base their procedures on them. An example of a voice procedure unconnected with NATO voice procedures would be the 'ten code' adopted by citizens band radio users.

Words in voice procedure

Some words with specialised meanings are used in radio communication throughout the English speaking worlds, in an international radio communications, where English is the lingua franca.

Over - I have finished talking and I am listening for your reply.
Out - I have finished talking to you and do not expect a reply
Roger - I understand what you just said.
Wilco - I will do as you said.

Some sources state that "Roger, Wilco" is an expression that means "Received, Will Comply".

Voice Procedure

Words in voice procedure

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