speak up

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speak up

The teacher asked the student in the back row to speak up.

Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To speak louder; to raise one's voice: To increase the volume of one's speech so that it can be heard more clearly.
    • To express one's opinion openly and without fear or hesitation: To state one's views, especially in a situation where one might otherwise remain silent.
Examples of Usage
  • Verb:
    • Could you please speak up? I can't hear you in the back of the room.
    • If you disagree with the policy, you should speak up at the next town hall.
    • She finally spoke up about the unfair treatment she had witnessed.
Advanced Usage
  • "to speak up for someone/something": To defend or support a person or cause by expressing one's opinion.
    • He was the only one brave enough to speak up for his colleague during the investigation.
Variants and Related Words
  • Spokesperson (n): A person who speaks on behalf of a group or organization.
    • The company's spokesperson addressed the media.
Synonyms
  • Raise one's voice: To speak more loudly.
  • Speak out: To express one's opinions publicly and forcefully, often about a grievance.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Speak out: Similar to "speak up" in the context of expressing an opinion, but often implies a stronger, more public stance against something.
    • Many citizens spoke out against the new law.
Related Idioms
  • Speak your mind: To say exactly what you think in a direct manner.
    • In our meetings, everyone is encouraged to speak their mind.
speak up

The teacher asked the student in the back row to speak up.

Verb
  1. speak louder; raise one's voice
    • The audience asked the lecturer to please speak up
  2. express one's opinion openly and without fear or hesitation
    • John spoke up at the meeting

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