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UK//spəʊk//US//spoʊk//

Meaning of Spoke

Past tense of speak; to have communicated verbally.

In simple words: Talked or used words to communicate.

Spoke in a sentence

  • She spoke to her friend about the upcoming trip.
  • He spoke loudly so everyone could hear him.
  • They spoke about their experiences during the meeting.
  • The teacher spoke briefly before the exam.
  • I recently spoke with the manager about my promotion.
  • When she spoke up, everyone grew quiet.

How to use Spoke

Used for past tense of 'speak'. Common in daily conversations; usually not used in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

spoke + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'spoke' on a bicycle wheel, each part helps communicate movement.

Related words

Collocations with Spoke

  • spoke clearly
  • spoke softly
  • spoke to someone
  • spoke about something
  • spoke with confidence

Synonyms for Spoke

  • talked
  • articulated
  • communicated
  • conversed
  • expressed

Opposites of Spoke

Common mistakes with Spoke

  • Confused with 'spoken', which is the past participle.
  • Used with an incorrect subject, e.g., 'He spoke to I'.
  • Incorrect verb form, like 'spoke' instead of 'speak' in present.

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Frequently asked questions about Spoke

What does Spoke mean?

Talked or used words to communicate.

What is the definition of Spoke?

Past tense of speak; to have communicated verbally.

How do you use Spoke in a sentence?

She spoke to her friend about the upcoming trip.

Can you give another example of Spoke?

He spoke loudly so everyone could hear him.

What are synonyms for Spoke?

Common alternatives include talked, articulated, communicated, conversed, expressed.

What is the opposite of Spoke?

Opposite meanings include silence, muteness.

What words go with Spoke?

It commonly pairs with spoke clearly, spoke softly, spoke to someone, spoke about something, spoke with confidence.

What are common mistakes when using Spoke?

Confused with 'spoken', which is the past participle. Used with an incorrect subject, e.g., 'He spoke to I'. Incorrect verb form, like 'spoke' instead of 'speak' in present.

How do you pronounce Spoke?

US: //spoʊk//, UK: //spəʊk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Spoke?

Used for past tense of 'speak'. Common in daily conversations; usually not used in formal writing.