Speaking
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈspiː.kɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Speaking is an adjective meaning Used in speaking.
Meaning
Used in speaking.
More Meanings
- Expressive; eloquent.
- Involving speaking.
- Having the ability of speech.
- One's ability to communicate vocally in a given language.
- The act of communicating vocally.
- A speaking exercise or exam.
- An oral recitation of e.g. a story.
Example Sentences
one's normal speaking voice
speaking parrot; speaking clock
It was her first speaking part: she screamed.
The sight was more speaking than any speech could be.
Word Forms
- speakings
Antonyms for speaking
Common opposites include unspeaking.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include articulate, talking, mumbling, muttering, tongued, say.
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