speak
Translation
speak, talk
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.
Actions speak louder than words.
Actions speak louder than words.
Grammar Patterns
((a language)) to say words in a particular language She speaks three languages.
((to/with sb.)) to talk to someone I need to speak with you.
((about sth.)) to talk about a topic Let's speak about the plan.
((adverb)) to speak in a certain way Please speak clearly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: talk, converse, articulate; Antonyms: be silent
Etymology
From Old English 'specan'.
Memory Tips
Remember the irregular forms: speak, spoke, spoken. 'I speak today, I spoke yesterday, I have spoken before.'