bespeak

UK
/bɪˈspiːk/
US
/bɪˈspik/

Translations

bespeakverb
bespoke
Past Simple
bespoken
Past Participle
bespeaking
Gerund
UK
/bɪˈspiːk/
US
/bɪˈspik/
He decided to bespeak a custom suit for the wedding.
Он решил заказать костюм на заказ для свадьбы.
The old photographs bespeak a time long past.
Старые фотографии свидетельствуют о давно прошедшем времени.

Definitions

bespeakverb
To order or arrange in advance.
She decided to bespeak a table at the restaurant for their anniversary dinner.
To be a sign of; indicate.
His confident manner bespoke his experience in the field.
Archaic: To speak to or address.
He bespoke her in a gentle tone.