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what they say vs what they speak

Both 'what they say' and 'what they speak' are correct phrases in English. They are interchangeable and can be used to refer to the words or opinions expressed by someone. The choice between them depends on personal preference or the specific context in which they are used.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 724 views

what they say

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to the words or opinions expressed by someone.

This phrase is used to inquire about the content of someone's words or opinions. It is often used in casual conversations or when seeking clarification.

Examples:

I don't always believe what they say.
Can you tell me what they say about the new project?
She never listens to what they say.

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Your tattoos, that's what they say.
Well, then... you should probably listen to what they say.
That's what they say, the poets.
That's what they say about him.
Do what they say, Brady.
That's what they say at FIST.
A lot of what they say is true.
At least that's what they say.
That's what they say, Chani.
And you are not what they say.
Unless what they say about Martinez is true.
I cannot accept that we become what they say of us.
That's what they say about a puppy.
That's what they say about us.
Do what they say, don't fight them.
You just need to listen to what they say.
That's what they say about a puppy.
At least that's what they say.
You seemed to believe what they say.
Yes, what they say about you is true.

Alternatives:

what they speak
what they express
what they articulate
what they communicate
what they convey

what they speak

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to the words or opinions expressed by someone.

This phrase is used to inquire about the content of someone's words or opinions. It is often used in casual conversations or when seeking clarification.

Examples:

I wonder what they speak about in their meetings.
Do you know what they speak of when they are together?
It's important to pay attention to what they speak.

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- That's what they speak in Latvia.
Tamil is what they speak there.
It's what they speak in that Paris of the Orient.

Alternatives:

what they say
what they express
what they articulate
what they communicate
what they convey

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