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speak in French

speak in French is jargon, parler, converser — speak means to say words out loud; to talk.

speak in French

jargon
noun
(uncountable) Language, jargon, or terminology used uniquely in a particular environment or group.
parler
verb
parler
verb
(intransitive) To deliver a message to a group; to deliver a speech.
converser
verb
(intransitive) To deliver a message to a group; to deliver a speech.

What does "speak" mean?

  1. verb To say words out loud; to talk.
    "She spoke softly so as not to wake the baby."
  2. verb To be able to communicate in a particular language.
    "She speaks three languages fluently."
  3. verb To give a speech or address a group.
    "The mayor is set to speak at the opening ceremony."
  4. verb To express or reveal something without words.
    "Her silence spoke volumes about how upset she was."

speak in a sentence

  • She spoke softly so as not to wake the baby.
  • He hasn't spoken a word all morning.
  • She speaks three languages fluently.
  • The mayor is set to speak at the opening ceremony.

Similar words in French

Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "speak" in French?

"speak" in French is jargon, parler, converser. speak means: To say words out loud; to talk.

How do you use "speak" in a sentence?

Example: "She spoke softly so as not to wake the baby." In French, "speak" is jargon, parler, converser.

Are there other ways to say "speak" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "speak": jargon, parler, converser.

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