speak of the devil
An expression sometimes used when a person mentioned in the current conversation happens to arrive on the scene.
A: You know who would appreciate this? Tom. B: Speak of the devil! Look who just walked in!
speak
UK /spiːk/ US /spiːk/
verb 5noun 4
Definitions
verb
1
To communicate with one's voice, to say words out loud.
And Vickers launched forth into a tirade very different from his platform utterances. He spoke with extreme contempt of the dense stupidity exhibited on all occasions by the working classes. He said that if you wanted to do anything for them, you must rule them, not pamper them.
I was so surprised I couldn't speak.
2
To have a conversation.
It's been ages since we've spoken.
3
To communicate or converse by some means other than orally, such as writing or facial expressions.
He spoke of it in his diary.
Speak to me only with your eyes.
4
To deliver a message to a group; to deliver a speech.
This evening I shall speak on the topic of correct English usage.
5
To be able to communicate in a language.
He speaks Mandarin fluently.
noun
1
Language, jargon, or terminology used uniquely in a particular environment or group.
corporate speak; IT speak
We'll go into more depth with all the specs shortly so anyone less well versed in espresso speak will understand what I'm harping on about, but firstly let's just talk about using the machine.
2
Speech, conversation.
3
Clipping of speaker point.
We will deduct speaks for hesitation.
noun
1
a low class bar, a speakeasy.
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