Meaning of As we speak
At the exact moment of speaking.
In simple words: Right now, at this moment.
As we speak in a sentence
- As we speak, the new project is being finalized.
- I’m sending you the document as we speak.
- The meeting is happening as we speak, so please be quiet.
- The updates are being made to the website as we speak.
How to use As we speak
Used to indicate that something is happening at the current time. Common in conversation but may be less formal in writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think of a speaker talking at the same time as you hear them.
Related words
Collocations with As we speak
- as we speak
- happening as we speak
- discussing as we speak
- sharing as we speak
Common mistakes with As we speak
- Confused with 'as we spoke' which refers to the past.
- Used in inappropriate contexts where timing isn't relevant.
As we speak appears in
As we speak in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
في هذه اللحظة
الآن، في هذه اللحظة بالضبط.
- Bengaliবাংলা
এই মুহূর্তে
ঠিক এই মুহূর্তে।
- GermanDeutsch
gerade jetzt
Genau jetzt, in diesem Augenblick.
- SpanishEspañol
En este preciso momento
Ahora mismo, en este instante.
- Persianفارسی
در حال صحبت کردن
همین الان، در این لحظه.
- FrenchFrançais
En ce moment même
Maintenant, en ce moment.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अभी बात करते-करते
अभी, इसी पल।
- ItalianItaliano
Proprio ora, in questo momento
Adesso, in questo preciso istante.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Neste exato momento
Agora mesmo, neste instante.
- RussianРусский
прямо сейчас
Прямо сейчас, в эту самую минуту.
- Urduاردو
اسی وقت
بالکل ابھی، اسی لمحے میں۔
- Chinese中文
就在我们说话的时候
就是现在,就在此刻。
More chunks like As we speak
- Currently
- Right now
- Your boy's name is what
A casual way to inquire about a boy's name.
- The guy
A male person, often used informally.
- Uh, yeah
An informal phrase expressing agreement or acknowledgment.
- ForgetA1
to not remember to do something that you ought to do, or to bring or buy something that you ought to bring or buy
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Frequently asked questions about As we speak
What does As we speak mean?
Right now, at this moment.
What is the definition of As we speak?
At the exact moment of speaking.
How do you use As we speak in a sentence?
As we speak, the new project is being finalized.
Can you give another example of As we speak?
I’m sending you the document as we speak.
What are synonyms for As we speak?
Common alternatives include currently, right now, at this moment, now, as I talk.
What words go with As we speak?
It commonly pairs with as we speak, happening as we speak, discussing as we speak, sharing as we speak.
What are common mistakes when using As we speak?
Confused with 'as we spoke' which refers to the past. Used in inappropriate contexts where timing isn't relevant.
How do you pronounce As we speak?
US: //əz wi spik//, UK: //əz wi spiːk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use As we speak?
Used to indicate that something is happening at the current time. Common in conversation but may be less formal in writing.

