Communication Vocabulary
verb
Meaning:To speak in order to give information or express ideas
E.g."They talk every evening."
verb
Meaning:To speak words
E.g."What did you say?"
verb
Meaning:To put a question to someone
E.g."Can I ask you something?"
verb
Meaning:To say or write something as a reply
E.g."She didn't answer my question."
verb
Meaning:To phone someone or shout to them
E.g."I will call you later."
verb
Meaning:To say something loudly
E.g."He shouted for help."
verb
Meaning:To make letters or words on a surface
E.g."Please write your name here."
verb
Meaning:To look at and understand written words
E.g."I read a book last night."
verb
Meaning:To pay attention to sound
E.g."Listen to the teacher."
verb
Meaning:To talk in a friendly informal way
E.g."We chatted for hours."
verb
Meaning:To talk about something with someone
E.g."We discussed our travel plans."
verb
Meaning:To give an answer
E.g."He didn't reply to my message."
verb
Meaning:To make something clear
E.g."Can you explain that again?"
verb
Meaning:To give a spoken or written account
E.g."She reported the incident."
verb
Meaning:To change words into another language
E.g."Can you translate this for me?"
verb
Meaning:To officially tell people something
E.g."They announced the winner."
verb
Meaning:To show feelings or thoughts
E.g."He expressed his opinion clearly."
verb
Meaning:To give someone facts or information
E.g."Please inform me of any changes."
verb
Meaning:To discuss a topic formally
E.g."They debated the issue for hours."
verb
Meaning:To try to reach an agreement
E.g."The companies are negotiating a deal."
verb
Meaning:To express clearly in words
E.g."She is able to articulate her ideas."
verb
Meaning:To make ideas or feelings known
E.g."The poem conveys strong emotions."
verb
Meaning:To state something confidently
E.g."He asserted his right to speak."
verb
Meaning:To explain in more detail
E.g."She elaborated on her argument."
verb
Meaning:To make something less confusing
E.g."Let me clarify my point."
verb
Meaning:To say words for someone to write down
E.g."He dictated a letter."
verb
Meaning:To give a brief statement of main points
E.g."Can you summarize the article?"
verb
Meaning:To make someone do something by giving reasons
E.g."He persuaded her to join."
verb
Meaning:To give special importance
E.g."She emphasized the need for safety."
verb
Meaning:To stop someone from speaking
E.g."Please don't interrupt me."