Zoeken
to speak up
[phrase form: speak]
01
harder praten, luid oplezen
to speak in a louder voice
Intransitive
Example
Even in a crowded room, he managed to speak up and be heard.
The teacher advised the shy student to speak up in a loud and clear voice.
She needs to speak up; her voice is too soft for the audience.
02
opkomen voor zichzelf, zich uitspreken
to express thoughts freely and confidently
Intransitive
Example
Employees need to speak up if they witness unethical behavior.
Students should feel empowered to speak up against bullying.
The community is speaking up against the proposed development project.
