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Definition speak to in American English

speak to phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to talk to someone who has done something wrong in an effort to persuade them to improve their behavior

Example

You really ought to speak to him about coming late to class.

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2

to answer a question or talk about a particular subject

Example

I'm afraid I can't speak to that in detail.

Example

Can you speak to the advantages of performing in the smaller venues?

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Definition speak to in American English