speaks, spoke, spoken, speaking
to speak up
phrasal verb
To talk louder so others can hear you
- 1Please speak up so everyone can hear you.
- 2He had to speak up during the meeting because the room was noisy.
When you speak up, you need to raise your voice so that others can hear you clearly. It's important to talk louder than usual to make sure everyone can understand what you are saying. So, don't be shy and make sure to speak up!
Remember to take deep breaths before speaking up. This will help you project your voice more effectively and avoid sounding strained or nervous. Deep breaths can also help you stay calm and confident while speaking up.
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at a store
A Little Louder, Please
Michael
Hey Charles, can you help me find the dog food section?
Charles
Sure, but I couldn't hear you well. Could you speak up a bit?
Michael
Oh, sorry! I was asking about the dog food section.
Charles
Got it! It's just down this aisle.
in a shared office environment
Finding the Right Volume
Patricia
Hey Sharon, I couldn't hear you well during the meeting.
Sharon
Oh, I see. I'll try to speak up next time.
Patricia
That would be great, especially when you're sharing important updates.
Sharon
Absolutely, I'll make sure everyone can hear me clearly.
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Similar to "to speak up":
- 1raise your voice
- 2speak louder