What would it mean to humans if animals were to speak?

[Philosophy Explorer]

Would we want this? Here's an article about vocal cords:

https://www.sciencenews.org/article/eng ... imal-tests

PhilX

[henry quirk]

Well, if the cow could undeniably object to being butchered (more than a matter of upgraded vocal equipment, I think) that might give me reason to pause (for five minutes or so...while my steak cooled).