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speaking
UK
/ˈspiː.kɪŋ/
US
/ˈspikɪŋ/
UK
/ˈspiːkɪŋ/
US
/ˈspiːkɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe something characterized by or capable of speech, e.g. 'speaking clock'.
Definitions
The speaking parrot startled everyone with its clear words.
English-speaking tourists flock to the island every summer.
Used mainly in fixed expressions such as 'strictly speaking', 'generally speaking', functioning adverbially.
Definitions
Strictly speaking, the earth is not a perfect sphere.
Translations
Public speaking can be intimidating for many people.
Публичная речь может быть пугающей для многих людей.
The speaking between the two friends lasted for hours.
Разговор между двумя друзьями длился часами.
Additional translations
Definitions
Public speaking is a skill that many people find challenging.
Speaking at the conference was both informative and engaging.
Her speaking was clear and confident, making her an excellent candidate for the role.
speaking
Gerund
spoke
Past Simple
spoken
Past Participle
speaking
Gerund
UK
/spiːk/
US
/spik/
Translations
She can speak three languages fluently.
Она может говорить на трёх языках свободно.
We need to speak about your performance.
Нам нужно разговаривать о твоей работе.
He will speak at the conference tomorrow.
Он будет выступать на конференции завтра.
She decided to speak against the proposal.
Она решила высказаться против предложения.
Additional translations
Definitions
She speaks softly to avoid waking the baby.
He spoke about his experiences during the meeting.
She speaks three languages fluently.
The professor will speak at the conference tomorrow.
His eyes spoke volumes about his feelings.
Antonyms
be silent
be quiet
Definitions
The report was overloaded with corporate speak that no one outside the company could understand.
His polite speak contrasted with her casual tone.