Voice Search Optimization

Definition

Optimizing content for queries spoken into Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant—preparing for a future where people talk to their devices instead of typing.

Example Usage

We optimized for conversational queries like 'where's the nearest coffee shop' since voice searches increased 35% this year.

Origin

Emerged in 2010s with smart speakers and voice assistants becoming mainstream

Fun Fact

Voice searches are 3x more likely to be local and 2x more likely to use 'near me' than text searches

Source: SEO and voice technology terminology

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