speak
Translation
to speak, to talk, to give a speech
Examples
Can you speak more slowly?
Can you speak more slowly?
She speaks three languages.
She speaks three languages.
He will speak at the conference.
He will speak at the conference.
Grammar Patterns
((to speak)) to say words I need to speak now.
((to speak)) ((sth.)) to be able to use a particular language She speaks French.
((to speak)) ((to/with sb.)) to talk to somebody Can I speak to you for a moment?
Similar Words
Synonyms: talk, converse, utter; Antonyms: be silent
Etymology
From Old English 'specan'.
Memory Tips
A very common verb. Remember the irregular forms: speak, spoke, spoken.