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speak vs shout

shout vs speak

speak is not a noun while shout is a noun.

speak and shout both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
speak No No Yes No
shout Yes No Yes No
As verbs, shout is a hyponym of speak; that is, shout is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than speak:
  • speak: express in speech
  • shout: utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking)
speak (noun) shout (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
speak (verb) shout (verb)
express in speech utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking)
exchange thoughts; talk with utter a sudden loud cry
use language utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
give a speech to use foul or abusive language towards
make a characteristic or natural sound
Difference between speak and shout

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