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speak out

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌspik ˈaʊt/ · UK /ˌspiːk ˈaʊt/

speak out means: To say publicly what you think, especially about something wrong or unfair.

verb

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To say publicly what you think, especially about something wrong or unfair.

  • Do not be afraid to speak out.
  • Workers spoke out against the cuts.
  • Will anyone speak out about the unfair treatment?

How to use it: speak out against something (Several workers spoke out against the unfair rules.); speak out about something (She spoke out about bullying at school.)

Similar words: speak up, voice an opinion

Opposites: keep quiet

Common phrases: speak out publicly, speak out against something, speak out about something

Questions about speak out

What does speak out mean?

To say publicly what you think, especially about something wrong or unfair.

What is speak out in other languages?

Türkçe: sesini yükseltmek · Español: pronunciarse · Français: prendre la parole · Deutsch: sich öffentlich äußern · Italiano: esprimersi apertamente · 日本語: 声を上げる

How do you pronounce speak out?

In American English /ˌspik ˈaʊt/; in British English /ˌspiːk ˈaʊt/.

How do you use speak out in a sentence?

Do not be afraid to speak out. Workers spoke out against the cuts.

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