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The correct spelling is spoken.

How to pronounce spoken

/ˈspoʊkən/
verb

IPA: /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. 1.To communicate with one's voice, to say words out loud.
  2. 2.To have a conversation.
  3. 3.(by extension) To communicate or converse by some means other than orally, such as writing or facial expressions.
  4. 4.To deliver a message to a group; to deliver a speech.
  5. 5.To be able to communicate in a language.

adjective

  1. 1.Relating to speech
  2. 2.Speaking in a specified way

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