Expression Cards: phrasal-verb
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phrasal-verb
spark off unrest
causar que la ira o la protesta comiencen de repente
Meaning
to cause anger or protest to start suddenly
Example
The new tax policy **sparked off unrest** among the citizens.
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spark up
comenzar algo alegre o animado, como una sonrisa o conversación
Meaning
to begin something cheerful or lively, such as a smile or conversation
Example
He **sparked up** a smile as soon as he saw her.
phrasal-verb
speak about
hablar sobre un tema o problema en particular
Meaning
to talk about a particular topic or issue
Example
He will **speak about** effective communication at the seminar.
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speak across borders
comunicarse eficazmente con personas de otros países
Meaning
to communicate effectively with people from other countries
Example
Social media allows us to **speak across borders** instantly.
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speak against
criticar o expresar oposición a algo o alguien
Meaning
to criticize or express opposition to something or someone
Example
He **spoke against** the policy in the meeting.
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speak around
hablar sobre un tema sin abordarlo directamente
Meaning
to discuss a topic without addressing it directly
Example
He tends to **speak around** the real issue instead of confronting it.
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speak down to
hablarle a alguien como si fuera menos inteligente
Meaning
to talk to someone as if they are less intelligent
Example
Don’t **speak down to** your colleagues; treat them equally.
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speak fondly of
hablar cálidamente o con cariño sobre alguien
Meaning
to talk warmly or affectionately about someone
Example
She always **speaks fondly of** her first teacher.
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speak for
representar la opinión o punto de vista de alguien
Meaning
to represent someone’s opinion or view
Example
I can’t **speak for** everyone, but I think this idea is worth trying.
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speak for others
expresar preocupaciones en nombre de personas ausentes
Meaning
to voice concerns on behalf of people who are absent
Example
Leaders should **speak for others** who aren't in the room.
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speak for unity
expresar opiniones promoviendo la armonía global y el entendimiento
Meaning
to express opinions promoting global harmony and understanding
Example
Leaders often **speak for unity** at international forums.
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speak for yourself
aclarar educadamente que tu opinión difiere de la de otra persona
Meaning
to politely clarify that your opinion differs from someone else's
Example
You may think it’s boring, but please **speak for yourself**.
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speak from
expresar una opinión basada en la experiencia personal
Meaning
to express an opinion based on personal experience
Example
She **speaks from** experience when she warns about that company.
phrasal-verb
speak from experience
justificar educadamente tu opinión basada en experiencia personal
Meaning
to politely justify your opinion based on personal experience
Example
I **speak from experience** when I say this method really works.
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speak glowingly about
hablar con gran entusiasmo y elogio
Meaning
to talk with great enthusiasm and praise
Example
The boss **spoke glowingly about** your performance.
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speak highly of
alabar a alguien o algo
Meaning
to praise someone or something
Example
Everyone **speaks highly of** her work ethic.
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speak kindly of
decir cosas positivas sobre alguien como una forma de apreciación
Meaning
to say positive things about someone as a form of appreciation
Example
Everyone **speaks kindly of** her because she’s always generous.
phrasal-verb
speak kindly to
usar palabras suaves y respetuosas al hablar con alguien
Meaning
to use gentle and respectful words when talking to someone
Example
Always **speak kindly to** others even when you disagree.
phrasal-verb
speak on
hablar sobre un tema político o social específico
Meaning
to talk about a specific political or social issue
Example
The minister will **speak on** the new environmental policy tomorrow.
phrasal-verb
speak on behalf of
representar educadamente la opinión de otra persona
Meaning
to represent someone else's opinion politely
Example
I’d like to **speak on behalf of** my team regarding this issue.
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speak openly about
discutir abiertamente sobre temas sensibles o desafiantes
Meaning
to discuss sensitive or challenging topics honestly
Example
Our CEO encourages everyone to **speak openly about** diversity issues.
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speak out about
expresar públicamente la opinión o preocupación de alguien
Meaning
to publicly express one’s opinion or concern
Example
The whistleblower **spoke out about** corruption in the department.
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speak out against
expresar públicamente oposición a algo
Meaning
to publicly express opposition to something
Example
Many citizens **spoke out against** the unfair law.
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speak out against injustice
hablar en contra de la injusticia
Meaning
to express opposition to unfair treatment or actions
Example
Activists continued to **speak out against injustice** despite threats.