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The correct spelling is spoken.
How to pronounce spoken
/ˈspoʊkən/
verbIPA: /ˈspoʊkən/
Say it like: Spo-ken
The correct spelling is spoken. To communicate with one's voice, to say words out loud. For example: "I was so surprised I couldn't speak."
Usage Examples
“I was so surprised I couldn't speak.”
“It's been ages since we've spoken.”
“Actions speak louder than words.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To communicate with one's voice, to say words out loud.
- 2.To have a conversation.
- 3.(by extension) To communicate or converse by some means other than orally, such as writing or facial expressions.
- 4.To deliver a message to a group; to deliver a speech.
- 5.To be able to communicate in a language.
adjective
- 1.Relating to speech
- 2.Speaking in a specified way
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