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Spoken

Verb / ˈspəʊkʌn / Another word for spoken — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The past participle of the verb 'speak', which means to say words aloud.

Synonyms & similar words

verbalize utter written speak talk mouth verbalise address uttered voiced articulated expressed pronounced related conveyed communicated declared enunciated talked chatted conversed discussed communicated told stated narrated recited uttered

Synonyms by register

Formal

verbal oral articulated vocalized

Informal

said talked chatted jabbered

Literary

uttered voiced penned

Antonyms

silent unspoken mute quiet wordless dumb

Common collocations

  • spoken word
  • spoken English
  • spoken language
  • spoken aloud
  • spoken by
  • spoken to
  • spoken communication
  • spoken quickly

Word family

noun speech
verb speak
adjective verbal
adverb verbally

Usage note

Spoken refers to something communicated by voice, as opposed to written. It can also refer to a language that is spoken rather than signed.

Example sentences

  1. I have spoken to my friend about the upcoming movie.
  2. The teacher has spoken to the class about the importance of studying.
  3. She has spoken with her parents about her future plans.
  4. The politician has spoken to the media about the new policy.
  5. He has spoken to his boss about the promotion he wants.

Quotes

  • Words spoken cannot be recalled.
  • The spoken word is the most powerful weapon in the world.
  • The spoken word is the hinge of destiny.

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