speaking

UK /ˈspiː.kɪŋ/ US /ˈspi.kɪŋ/
adj 5noun 3intj 1

Definitions

adj

1

Used in speaking.

one's normal speaking voice

2

Expressive; eloquent.

The sight was more speaking than any speech could be.

There was no reply, save on the speaking countenance.

3

Involving speaking.

It was her first speaking part: she screamed.

4

Having the ability of speech.

speaking parrot; speaking clock

5

Having the ability of speech.

The English-speaking gentleman gave us directions.

I travel in Russian-speaking countries.

noun

1

One's ability to communicate vocally in a given language.

I can read and understand most texts in German, but my speaking is awful.

2

The act of communicating vocally.

Sometimes, a brawl would erupt, as a result, but, in general, public speakings were peaceful events and essential ingredients for election to office.

3

An oral recitation of e.g. a story.

intj

1

Indication that the person requested is the same as the one who is currently speaking.

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