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speaks

v.
A1 Beginner US //ˈspiks// UK //spˈiːks// speaks
SIMPLE

She speaks three languages fluently.

CONTEXTUAL

The manager speaks to the team every Monday morning to discuss the weekly goals.

COMPLEX

Although the professor speaks with a slight accent, his lectures are remarkably clear and accessible to students from all backgrounds.

Usage

The verb is often used with 'to' when indicating the recipient of the communication, or 'with' to imply a conversation.

Pitfall

I speak English very goodI speak English very wellSpeak is a verb and must be modified by the adverb 'well' rather than the adjective 'good'.

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