speak
verb (used without object)
to utter words or articulate sounds with the ordinary voice; talk.
am speaking
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present progressiveof speak (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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"I am speaking to President Putin now. The conversation is ongoing, a lengthy one, and I will report the contents, as will President Putin, at its conclusion. Thank you for your attention to this matter!"
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2025
“I am speaking to President Putin now,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2025
I am speaking, when I’m designing this, to the original architect.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2025
Harris addressed them directly, saying, “I’m here because we believe in democracy. Everyone’s voice matters. But I am speaking now.”
From Slate ● Aug. 10, 2024
She makes a face at me but smiles, clearly grateful I am speaking of something less dire—and yet both of our thoughts went from one dead mortal girl to her beloved, also mortal.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
