Synonyms for

Speaks

Verb / spi:ks / Another word for speaks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To use your voice to talk to someone or to say something out loud.

Synonyms & similar words

verbalize utter speak talk mouth verbalise address talks converses communicates chats discusses utters pronounces articulates expresses verbalizes says states declares announces proclaims broadcasts voices orates lectures preaches

Synonyms by register

Formal

communicates articulate expresses utters

Informal

talks chats yaps spouts

Literary

discourses vocalizes opines

Antonyms

silent quiet mute unspoken reticent taciturn

Common collocations

  • speaks volumes
  • speaks for itself
  • speaks the truth
  • speaks highly of
  • speaks out against
  • speaks fluently
  • speaks softly

Word family

noun speech
verb speak
adjective speaking
adverb speechlessly

Usage note

The verb 'speaks' is the third-person singular present tense of 'speak'. It is commonly used to indicate verbal communication or to express a particular idea or quality.

Example sentences

  1. My mom speaks to me in Spanish.
  2. The teacher speaks to the class about math.
  3. I love it when my dog speaks to me with his tail.
  4. The president will speak to the nation tonight.
  5. I need to speak with my boss about my work schedule.

Quotes

  • "The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said." - Peter F. Drucker
  • "Speak when you are angry - and you'll make the best speech you'll ever regret." - Laurence J. Peter
  • "The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice." - Peggy O'Mara

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