speak Definition
- 1to say words, to talk to someone
- 2to express thoughts, opinions, or feelings in spoken words
Using speak: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "speak" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I need to speak with you about something important.
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He speaks several languages fluently.
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She spoke her mind about the issue.
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The painting speaks to me on a deep level.
speak Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for speak
Antonyms for speak
- be quiet
- keep silent
Idioms Using speak
Example
I appreciate it when people speak their mind, even if I don't agree with them.
speak volumes
to convey a great deal of information or meaning through one's actions or words
Example
Her silence spoke volumes about how she felt about the situation.
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The quality of his work speaks for itself.
Phrases with speak
speak up
to speak louder or more clearly so that others can hear
Example
Can you please speak up? I can't hear you.
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It's important to speak out against injustice.
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Speak of the devil! Here comes John.
Origins of speak
from Old English 'specan'
Summary: speak in Brief
To 'speak' [spiːk] is to use words to communicate with others or express one's thoughts and feelings. It can refer to talking to someone, as in 'I need to speak with you about something important,' or expressing oneself, as in 'The painting speaks to me on a deep level.' 'Speak' has idiomatic uses like 'speak one's mind' and 'speak volumes,' which mean to express one's honest opinion and convey a great deal of information, respectively.
