Speak against Meaning in English
expression
ˈspik/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
SPEEK uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
spˈiːk/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
SPEEK ug-ENST
Definition
To openly say things that criticize, oppose, or show disagreement with something or someone, often in public.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal or semi-formal contexts. Common with 'speak against the law', 'speak against someone's ideas', or 'speak against a policy'. Implies public or open criticism, not just private disagreement. Similar to 'criticize' but stresses voicing opposition out loud.
Spanish: hablar en contra de - criticarPortuguese (BR): falar contra - criticarPortuguese (PT): falar contra - criticarChinese (Simplified): 反对 - 批评Chinese (Traditional): 反對 - 批評Hindi: के खिलाफ बोलना - आलोचना करनाArabic: يتحدث ضد - ينتقدBengali: সমালোচনা করা - বিপক্ষে বলাRussian: выступать против - говорить противJapanese: 反対意見を述べる - 批判するVietnamese: phản đối - lên tiếng phản đốiKorean: 비판하다 - 반대 의견을 말하다Turkish: aleyhinde konuşmak - karşı çıkmakUrdu: مخالفت کرنا - خلاف بولناIndonesian: phản đối - lên tiếng phản đối
Example Sentences
She was brave enough to speak against the new rule.
basic
It's not easy to speak against your boss.
basic
Many people speak against pollution every day.
basic
He wasn't afraid to speak against unfair treatment at work.
natural
If you speak against the plan, make sure you have good reasons.
natural
Not everyone is willing to speak against popular opinions.
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