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speak
14 ENTRIES FOUND:
Learner's definition of SPEAK
1
a [no object] : to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone : to talk to someone谈话；说话；交谈 — often + to — often + with in U.S. English在美国英语中常与with连用 — often used at the beginning of telephone conversations常用于电话交谈的开端
- Have you two spoken since yesterday?从昨天起你们两个说话了吗？
- She and I spoke this morning.今天早上她和我说话了。
- He never speaks at the meetings.他从不在会上发言。
- Without speaking, she walked from the room.她一言不发地从房间走来。
- They were speaking in Japanese.他们在用日语交谈。
- We need to speak to our son's teacher about his grades.我们需要和儿子的老师谈谈他的成绩。
- He spoke to the police through an interpreter.他通过翻译和警方交谈。
- They spoke to each other in a whisper.他们互相低语。
- The coach refused to speak with the reporters.教练拒绝与记者交谈。
- May I speak with you privately?我能私下和你谈一谈吗？
- I spoke with him on the phone yesterday.昨天我和他通了电话。
- “Hello. May I speak to Noah?” “Speaking.” [=I am Noah]“你好，请诺厄接电话好吗？”“我就是。”
- “Hello. This is Noah speaking.”“你好，我是诺厄。”
b [no object] : to talk about a particular subject or person提起；讲述；谈到 — often + about or of
- She spoke intelligently about the current political situation.她睿智地谈论当前的政治局势。
- He still speaks of his ex-wife with affection.谈到前妻时他仍然充满感情。
- The company is doing very well, financially speaking. [=is doing very well financially]就财务状况而言，公司运转很好。
c [no object] : to say words to express yourself in a particular way以…方式说
- When I said you were my best friend, I was speaking sincerely.当我说你是我最好的朋友时，我是真诚的。
- Speaking personally, I don't think you should take the job. [=my personal opinion is that you should not take the job]就个人观点而言，我认为你不应该接受这份工作。
- Generally speaking, people like her as a leader. [=people in general like her as a leader]总的来说，大家喜欢她做领导。
- The restaurant isn't too expensive, comparatively/relatively speaking. [=when compared to other restaurants]相比较而言，这家饭店不是很贵。
- Speaking as a student (myself), I'm concerned about the alarming increase in school violence.作为一个学生，我很担心校园暴力事件的惊人增长。
d [+ object] : to say (something) to someone（向某人）说
- She must be speaking the truth.她一定是在讲实情。
- Not a word was spoken between them the whole time.自始至终他们之间没说一句话。
- Don't be afraid to speak your mind. [=say what you think]别害怕说出心里话。
- Do not speak a word of this to anyone else. [=do not tell anyone else anything about this]别告诉其他人有关这件事的半点消息。
2
: to use your voice to say words说话
[no object]
- He has laryngitis and can't speak.他得了喉炎，不能说话。
- You're speaking too fast/loudly.你说话太快了/声音太大了。
- She speaks with a Southern accent.她说话带有美国南方口音。
- I was so surprised I could hardly speak.我太吃惊了，几乎说不出话来。
- She got a speaking part/role in the play. [=she got a part/role for which she says words]她在这部剧中得到了一个有台词的角色。
- He has a very deep speaking voice. [=his voice is very deep when he speaks]他说话声音十分低沉。
[+ object]
- The singer speaks the last verse instead of singing it.歌手没有演唱歌词的最后部分而是说了出来。
3
[no object] : to be willing to talk to someone after having a disagreement, fight, etc.和解交谈
- They haven't spoken since the argument two years ago.自从两年前争吵过后他们没再说过话。
- Are they still not speaking?他们仍然互相不说话吗？
- He apologized, so I'm speaking with/to him again.他道了歉，我就又和他说话了。
- They're not on speaking terms. [=they're not friendly and do not speak to each other]他们互不交谈往来。
4
[+ object] : to use (a particular language) to talk to someone说（某种语言）
- He can speak German and French.他会说德语和法语。
- English is widely spoken in many parts of the world.英语在世界许多地方广泛使用。
- We didn't know what language they were speaking.我们不知道他们在说哪种语言。
- the Spanish-speaking population/world说西班牙语的人群；西班牙语社会
- I can't speak a word of French. [=I do not know any French]我一点也不会说法语。
5
[no object] : to talk about something formally to a group of people : to make or give a speech发言；演说；演讲 — see also public speaking
- She was asked to speak at the conference.她受邀在大会上发言。
- He has a talent for speaking to large audiences.他有在大众前演讲的天赋。
- While most of the senators spoke against tax increases, one senator spoke in favor of them.大多数参议员都发言反对增加税收，但有一位发言表示支持。
- I have a speaking engagement [=I will be giving a speech] this evening.今晚我要做个演讲。
actions speak louder than words
in a manner of speaking
so to speak
— used to indicate that you are using words in an unusual or figurative way rather than a literal way可以说；可谓
- We need to be all on the same wavelength, so to speak.打了个比喻说，我们需要完全在同一个波段上。
speak for
[phrasal verb] 1
speak for (someone) : to express the thoughts or opinions of (someone)代…发言；代表…发言 — often used figuratively常用作比喻
- They chose him to speak for the group.他们选他代表全组发言。
- Speaking only for myself, I'm against the plan. [=I'm only expressing my own opinion when I say that I'm against the plan]就我自己而言，我反对这个计划。
- “We don't want any dessert.” “Speak for yourself. I want some.”“我们不想要任何甜点。”“那是你们的意见。我想要一些。”
- I have nothing more to say. The facts speak for themselves. [=the facts clearly show what is true]我没有什么可说的了，事实不言而喻。
2
speak for (something or someone) chiefly US : to show that (something or someone) does or does not deserve to be praised, admired, etc.表明；证明
- It speaks well for [=says a lot for] the company that it donates so much money to local charities.这家公司捐赠了大量钱款给当地慈善机构，说明这是家很不错的公司。
- Her calm reaction to the crisis speaks well for her ability to perform under pressure.她在危机中冷静的反应表明她有良好的抗压能力。
- The test results speak poorly for our school system.测试结果表明我们的学校体系欠佳。
3
be spoken for : to not be available because of already being claimed by someone else or in a relationship with someone else被预订；被占有
- I'm sorry. This seat is spoken for.对不起，这座位有人了。
- I can't go out with you; I'm already spoken for.我不能和你出去，我已有约了。
speak of
[phrasal verb] 1
speak of (someone or something) : to talk or write about (someone or something) : to mention (a subject) in speech or writing讲起；谈到；提到
- Speaking of Jill, where is she?说起吉尔，她在哪里？
- It was the first time she spoke of going to law school.那是她首次提到要去法学院。
- She never speaks of her suffering during the war.她从不提她战争期间的磨难。
- In the letter, he spoke of feeling ill.他在信中提到身体不舒服。
2
speak of (something) : to indicate or suggest (something)表明；说明
- His diaries speak of a troubled mind. [=they show that he had a troubled mind]他的日记说明他内心不平静。
3
speak of (someone or something)
a : to talk about (someone or something) in a specified way（以某方式）谈到，提到
- He spoke well/highly/favorably of both job candidates.他夸赞了两位应聘者。
b chiefly US : to show that (someone or something) does or does not deserve to be praised, admired, etc.表明；证明
- The continued success of the business speaks well of their judgment. [=shows that their judgment is good]生意场上一个又一个的胜利证明了他们的判断很明智。
- Her bad behavior speaks poorly of her upbringing.她糟糕的举止表明她缺乏教养。
speak of the devil
speak out
[phrasal verb] : to speak freely and confidently about something : to express an opinion in an open way大胆地说；公开表达 — often + against
- She is never afraid to speak out on controversial issues.她从不惧怕公开表达对有争议事件的看法。
- Protesters spoke out against the decision.抗议者公开反对这个决定。
speak the same language
speak up
[phrasal verb] 1
: to speak loudly and clearly大声清楚地说
- “Speak up. I can't hear you.”“大点声说，我听不见你说的话。”
2
: to speak at a meeting, in a class, etc.发言
- Seeing that no one was going to answer the teacher's question, he decided to speak up.因为没人想要回答老师的提问，所以他决定发言。
3
: to speak freely and confidently about something : to express an opinion openly大胆地说；公开地说 — often + for
- Several of us decided to speak up about our working conditions.我们中的几个人决定大胆谈谈我们的工作环境。
- She is always ready to speak up for animal rights.她随时乐意为动物权利大声疾呼。
speak volumes
speak your mind
to speak of
: worth mentioning or noticing值得一提
- There was no progress to speak of.没有值得一提的进步。
Synonyms同义词
speak refers to anything that is said, whether it is understood or not and whether it is heard or not.*speak指说出的任何话，不管它是否被理解或听见。
- What language are they speaking?他们在说什么语言？
- She spoke to the class.她向全班讲话。
talk suggests that there is a listener who understands what is said and often that both people do some speaking.*talk意指听者理解了所听到的内容并且双方常都有发言。
- Do you have time to talk?你有时间谈谈吗？
- We talked about school.我们谈到了学校。
ˌspēk
Example Sentences
Verb Have you two spoken since yesterday? She and I spoke this morning. He never speaks at the meetings. Without speaking, she walked from the room. They were speaking in Japanese. When I said you were my best friend, I was speaking sincerely. She must be speaking the truth. Not a word was spoken between them the whole time. He has laryngitis and can't speak. She speaks with a Southern accent. See More
Recent Examples on the Web
Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 13 Sep. 2022 Nicky is also confirmed to speak at Latin Music Week, alongside confirmed guests Chayanne, Maluma, Grupo Firme, Camilo, Ivy Queen and Romeo Santos, among many others. Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 13 Sep. 2022 Biden is scheduled to speak later in the day at a fundraiser for the Democratic National Committee. Zeke Miller And Carla K. Johnson, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2022 First lady Jill Biden traveled to Shanksville, Pa., to speak at the Flight 93 National Memorial commemoration. Ginger Adams Otis, WSJ, 11 Sep. 2022 The workers behind the union effort plan to speak more at a press event Friday afternoon. The Courier-Journal, 9 Sep. 2022 Eric Trump is slated to speak at 8 p.m., Guilfoyle at 8:45 p.m. and Donald Trump Jr. at 9:15 p.m. Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 9 Sep. 2022 That will depend who comes in to replace Tuchel and Potter is the favorite, having reportedly been granted the opportunity to speak to Chelsea at the start of his fourth season with Brighton, which is in fourth place in the Premier League. Steve Douglas, ajc, 7 Sep. 2022 Speakers commenting on topics outside the agenda would only be guaranteed a time to speak at the end of the meeting. Alison Cross, Hartford Courant, 7 Sep. 2022 See More
Verb
The Coalition to Stop CPKC, made up of Elgin and seven other suburban communities, is adamantly opposed to the merger and rallied local, state, and federal officials to speak at Monday’s public hearing in Itasca. Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 13 Sep. 2022 Nicky is also confirmed to speak at Latin Music Week, alongside confirmed guests Chayanne, Maluma, Grupo Firme, Camilo, Ivy Queen and Romeo Santos, among many others. Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 13 Sep. 2022 Biden is scheduled to speak later in the day at a fundraiser for the Democratic National Committee. Zeke Miller And Carla K. Johnson, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2022 First lady Jill Biden traveled to Shanksville, Pa., to speak at the Flight 93 National Memorial commemoration. Ginger Adams Otis, WSJ, 11 Sep. 2022 The workers behind the union effort plan to speak more at a press event Friday afternoon. The Courier-Journal, 9 Sep. 2022 Eric Trump is slated to speak at 8 p.m., Guilfoyle at 8:45 p.m. and Donald Trump Jr. at 9:15 p.m. Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 9 Sep. 2022 That will depend who comes in to replace Tuchel and Potter is the favorite, having reportedly been granted the opportunity to speak to Chelsea at the start of his fourth season with Brighton, which is in fourth place in the Premier League. Steve Douglas, ajc, 7 Sep. 2022 Speakers commenting on topics outside the agenda would only be guaranteed a time to speak at the end of the meeting. Alison Cross, Hartford Courant, 7 Sep. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Verb
Middle English speken, from Old English sprecan, specan; akin to Old High German sprehhan to speak, Greek spharageisthai to crackle
Noun combining form
newspeak
Time Traveler
The first known use of speak was before the 12th century Phrases Containing speak
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