Voice Configuration
Each language has specific voice options and settings:Selecting Voices
By Language
- Select your target language first
- Available voices filter automatically
- Preview voices before selecting
- Choose based on gender and tone
Voice Quality Tiers
| Tier | Quality | Languages | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Good | All | Standard |
| Premium | Excellent | Major | +20% |
| Neural | Best | Select | +50% |
Voice Speed
Adjust speaking speed for different languages:- Range: 0.5 - 2.0
- Default: 1.0
- Recommended: 0.8 - 1.2 for most use cases
Language-Specific Recommendations
| Language | Recommended Speed | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| English | 1.0 | Standard pace |
| Spanish | 0.9 | Slightly slower |
| French | 0.95 | Clear pronunciation |
| German | 0.9 | Complex compound words |
| Hindi | 0.85 | Ensure clarity |
| Japanese | 1.0 | Standard pace works well |
Voice Gender
Select voice gender based on your brand and use case:- Options:
male,female,neutral - Availability: Varies by language
Not all languages have all gender options. Check available voices for your selected language.
Testing Voices
Preview Feature
- Navigate to agent settings
- Go to Voice tab
- Select language and voice
- Enter sample text
- Click Preview
- Adjust settings as needed
Sample Text
Use realistic conversation samples: English:Advanced Settings
Pitch
Adjust voice pitch (where supported):- Range: -20 to +20
- Default: 0
- Note: Not available for all voices
Stability
Control voice stability vs. expressiveness:- Range: 0.0 - 1.0
- Lower: More expressive, varied
- Higher: More stable, consistent
Language-Specific Considerations
Tonal Languages (Chinese, Vietnamese)
- Use neural voices for better tone accuracy
- Test thoroughly with native speakers
- Adjust speed for clarity
Languages with Compound Words (German, Dutch)
- Slightly slower speed recommended
- Ensure proper word separation
- Test with long compound words
Languages with Complex Scripts (Hindi, Arabic)
- Always use native script
- Verify all diacritical marks
- Test pronunciation carefully
Best Practices
Match Voice to Brand
- Professional: Use formal, clear voices
- Friendly: Use warm, expressive voices
- Technical: Use clear, measured voices
Test with Native Speakers
- Get feedback from native speakers
- Test in real-world conditions
- Adjust based on feedback
Consider Context
- Customer support: Clear, patient voice
- Sales: Enthusiastic, engaging voice
- Reminders: Friendly, brief voice
Next Steps
Writing Prompts
Learn how to write effective multilingual prompts
Dynamic Switching
Enable language detection and switching