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speak

1 of 1verb
/spik/
Forms:speaks,speaking,spoke,spoken
1

to use one's voice to express a particular feeling or thought

A1
  • He spoke about his experiences during the meeting.
  • Please speak louder so everyone in the room can hear you.
  • She was so nervous she could hardly speak.
  • The president will speak at the event tomorrow.
  • I had to speak in a softer tone to convince her.
2

(of behavior, expressions, objects, etc.) to be the proof of a particular thing

transitive
  • The broken window speaks accident.
  • The messy room spoke of a busy week.
  • His posture speaks of confidence.
  • The book speaks of ancient legends and forgotten myths.
  • Her bright smile speaks happiness.