speaking out loud
phraseUK /ˈspiːkɪŋ aʊt laʊd/
US /ˈspikɪŋ aʊt laʊd/
Saying words with your voice so other people can hear them.
She practiced speaking out loud before her class presentation.
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2. Reading written words with your voice instead of silently.
The teacher asked us to take turns speaking out loud from the story.
3. Expressing your thoughts or opinions openly in front of others.
Speaking out loud about the problem helped the team find a solution.
4. Saying something without thinking first, often by mistake.
He was just speaking out loud and didn't mean to hurt anyone's feelings.