Speaking Definition & Meaning
speaking
- adjective
- capable of or involving speech or speaking; "human beings --the speaking animals"; "a speaking part in the play"
- noun
- the utterance of intelligible speech
- delivering an address to a public audience; "people came to see the candidates and hear the speechmaking"
"Speaking" in song lyrics
See how speaking is used in real songs:
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"Shining bright like a beacon is my eye when I'm speaking"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — Beautiful Mind -
"We went all year without speaking"
The 49ers — Mesmerized -
"Anni: Yo hold up Ryze, I'm hearing all that bile you're speaking"
Annakin Slayd f/ Ryze — Fantasy
Words that rhyme with speaking
Usage tips for "speaking"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "speaking" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for speaking to find words that pair well.
Use "speaking" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does speaking mean?
- capable of or involving speech or speaking; "human beings --the speaking animals"; "a speaking part in the play" the utterance of intelligible speech delivering an address to a public audience; "people came to see the candidates and hear the speechmaking"
- What part of speech is speaking?
- Speaking is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does speaking have?
- Speaking has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).