Meaning & Definition of word "Speaking"

Speaking

/ˈspiː.kɪŋ/

1. The action of conveying information or expressing one's thoughts and feelings in spoken language.
- Example: He is speaking to the audience about climate change.
2. Using words to communicate verbally.
- Example: She was speaking so quickly that I could hardly understand her.
3. To express opinions or ideas verbally.
- Example: Speaking from personal experience, I can say that hard work pays off.
4. Engaging in spoken conversation.
- Example: They were speaking to each other in hushed tones during the meeting.

1. Relating to or characterized by the verbal expression of thoughts and feelings.
- Example: His speaking ability impressed everyone at the conference.
2. Having a clear and articulate manner of expressing oneself verbally.
- Example: She was known for her speaking prowess and could captivate any audience.

From the Old English 'specan', meaning to speak or tell.

speaking of:

referring to a related topic.

public speaking:

the act of performing a speech to a live audience.

speaking volumes:

indicating something clearly without words.

speak:

to utter words or articulate sounds to convey meaning.

speaker:

a person who speaks, especially in public.

speech:

the expression of thoughts and feelings by articulate sounds.

Meaning: Spitting game

Example Sentence: He's got a way of speaking that really pulls people in; he’s spitting game.

Meaning: Chit-chat

Example Sentence: We were just having some chit-chat while waiting for the movie to start.