speak

US /spiːk/
UK /spiːk/
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1.

spreken, praten

say something in order to express information, an opinion, or a feeling

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He didn't speak a word.
Hij sprak geen woord.
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Can I speak to you for a moment?
Kan ik even met je spreken?
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2.

spreken

be able to communicate in a particular language

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Do you speak French?
Spreek je Frans?
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She can speak three languages fluently.
Ze kan vloeiend drie talen spreken.
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3.

spreken, een lezing geven

give a speech or lecture

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The professor will speak on ancient history.
De professor zal spreken over oude geschiedenis.
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She was invited to speak at the conference.
Ze werd uitgenodigd om te spreken op de conferentie.
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