How to Pronounce "speak highly of"
expression
SPEEK HAI-lee uhv
SPEEK HAI-lee ov
Definition
To praise someone or something or say very good things about them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspik/ /ˈhaɪɫi/ /ˈəv
British English
spˈiːk/ /hˈaɪli/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPEEK HAI-lee uhv
UK
SPEEK HAI-lee ov
Listen in Context
People often speak highly of her work ethic.
I would always speak highly of my teachers.
The manager spoke highly of your performance in the meeting.
Everyone in the team speaks highly of Mark because he always helps out.