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speak for
speak for vb (intr, preposition) 1. to speak as a representative of (other people)2. speak for itself to be so evident that no further comment is necessary3. speak for yourself informal (used as an imperative) do not presume that other people agree with youThesaurus| Verb | 1. | speak for - be a spokesperson for; "He represents the Government's position"represent - be representative or typical for; "This period is represented by Beethoven" |
speakverb1. To engage in spoken exchange:chat, confabulate, converse, discourse, talk.Informal: confab, visit.2. To direct speech to:address, talk.3. To express oneself in speech:talk, verbalize, vocalize.Idioms: open one's mouth, put in words, wag one's tongue.4. To talk to an audience formally:address, lecture, prelect.Archaic: bespeak.phrasal verb
speak forTo serve as an official delegate of:represent, stand for.Translationsspeak for
speak for (one)1. To say something on behalf of one; to express one's opinions for them. I can't speak for Dave, but I know that I'm very uncomfortable with this arrangement. I would just like to make clear that this former employee does not speak for me or the company as a whole.2. To testify, argue, or give a recommendation in support of one. Melissa's a fantastic worker. I can't speak for the other interns, though, as I haven't spent any time working with them. I don't need anyone to speak for me—I can stand up for myself.See also: speakspeak for (oneself)1. To express one's opinion as one's own, and not represent it as being indicative of anyone else's. Used as an imperative when there is disagreement. A: "We just love traveling." B: "Speak for yourself—I think it's exhausting."2. To express one's own opinion or point of view, especially in contrast to those of others. She needs to speak for herself—I'm not a mind-reader! Speaking for myself, I haven't noticed any of the problems that David is bringing up.See also: speakspeak for someone or something 1. to testify or argue for someone or something. I would be happy to speak for you in court. Just tell me when. My attorney will speak for our position. 2. to lay claim to someone or something. Fred is spoken for. I want to speak for the red one.See also: speakspeak foroneself to speak on one's own behalf. I can speak for myself. I don't need you to speak for me. speak for yourself. What you say does not represent my thinking.See also: speakspeak for1. Intercede for, recommend, as in He spoke for the young applicant, commending her honesty. [c. 1300] 2. Express the views of, as in I can't speak for my husband but I'd love to accept, or I don't care what Harry thinks-Speak for yourself, Joe. [c. 1300] 3. speak for itself. Be significant or self-evident, as in They haven't called us in months, and that speaks for itself. [Second half of 1700s] 4. spoken for. Ordered, engaged, or reserved, as in This lot of rugs is already spoken for, or Is this dance spoken for? This usage comes from the older verb, bespeak, meaning "to order." [Late 1600s] See also: speakspeak forv.1. To act as spokesperson for someone or something: I speak for the entire staff when I say thank you. I think these photographs will speak for themselves. Hey, speak for yourself—I'm not too old to dance! I can't speak for my competitors, but we take every precaution to ensure the customer's safety.2. To make a reservation or request for someone or something. Chiefly used in the passive: Is this dance spoken for? That painting is already spoken for.See also: speakLegalSeeSpeakFinancialSeeSpoken forspeak for
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