speaking

/ˈspikɪŋ/
noun
  1. The act of expressing thoughts, feelings, or ideas aloud using language.
    • The art of speaking well is important in many careers.
    • Her clear speaking made the lecture easy to follow.
    • Public speaking can be nerve-wracking for many people.
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adjective
  1. Used to describe someone who is able to communicate in a particular language.
    • The event is for French-speaking professionals only.
    • The hotel has a Spanish-speaking staff to help tourists.
    • She is a native English-speaking teacher.
  2. Involving or used for speech or oral communication.
    • The speaking clock gives the exact time by phone.
    • The speaking part of the exam lasts ten minutes.
    • He has a speaking role in the new movie.
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verb
  1. Present participle of speak; the action of talking or expressing oneself verbally.
    • He kept speaking even after the bell rang.
    • The children were speaking too loudly in the library.
    • She is speaking to her boss about the project.