A2noun 1K

Speech

🇬🇧 UK /["/spiːtʃ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/spiːtʃ/"]/

Meaning of Speech

a formal talk that a person gives to an audience

In simple words: A talk or presentation given to an audience.

Speech in a sentence

• The teacher asked the students to give a speech about their favorite book.
• In his speech, the president addressed the nation’s concerns.
• She had a speech to deliver at the conference next week.
• After her injury, she had difficulty with speech.
• The scientist studied the speech patterns of different animals.
• He practiced his speech several times before the big day.
• Not everyone has the same talent for speech as a public speaker.
• The baby started to imitate speech sounds before learning to talk.
• Public speech can be intimidating for many people.

How to use Speech

Use 'speech' in contexts involving public speaking, formal events, or presentations. Avoid using it in casual conversation unless referring to a specific talk.

Grammar pattern

give + speech

Memory hint

Think of 'speech' as a 'speech bubble' that shows what someone is saying.

Related words

Collocations with Speech

• brief
• little
• short
• deliver
• give
• make
• writer
• in a/​the speech
• speech about
• speech on
• slurred
• clipped
• casual
• pattern
• style
• defect
• in speech
• a figure of speech
• freedom of speech
• the power of speech
• slurred
• clipped
• casual
• pattern
• style
• defect
• in speech
• a figure of speech
• freedom of speech
• the power of speech
• slurred
• clipped
• casual
• pattern
• style
• defect
• in speech
• a figure of speech
• freedom of speech
• the power of speech

Synonyms for Speech

• talk
• address
• presentation
• lecture
• oration

Opposites of Speech

• silence
• quiet

Common mistakes with Speech

• Confused with 'speach' - the correct spelling is 'speech'.
• Using 'speech' to describe a casual chat.
• Mixing up 'speech' as a noun with 'speak' as a verb.

Frequently asked questions about Speech

What does Speech mean?

A talk or presentation given to an audience.

What is the definition of Speech?

a formal talk that a person gives to an audience

How do you use Speech in a sentence?

The teacher asked the students to give a speech about their favorite book.

Can you give another example of Speech?

In his speech, the president addressed the nation’s concerns.

What are synonyms for Speech?

Common alternatives include talk, address, presentation, lecture, oration.

What is the opposite of Speech?

Opposite meanings include silence, quiet.

What words go with Speech?

It commonly pairs with brief, little, short, deliver, give, make, writer, in a/​the speech, speech about, speech on, slurred, clipped, casual, pattern, style, defect, in speech, a figure of speech, freedom of speech, the power of speech, slurred, clipped, casual, pattern, style, defect, in speech, a figure of speech, freedom of speech, the power of speech, slurred, clipped, casual, pattern, style, defect, in speech, a figure of speech, freedom of speech, the power of speech.

What are common mistakes when using Speech?

Confused with 'speach' - the correct spelling is 'speech'. Using 'speech' to describe a casual chat. Mixing up 'speech' as a noun with 'speak' as a verb.

How do you pronounce Speech?

US: /["/spiːtʃ/"]/, UK: /["/spiːtʃ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Speech?

Use 'speech' in contexts involving public speaking, formal events, or presentations. Avoid using it in casual conversation unless referring to a specific talk.

What CEFR level is Speech?

"Speech" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.