a speech · to speak · to talk · to address

You can talk, but you need to listen to me, as well. I also have the right to speak.

My mother speaks slowly.

As Lincoln said to a nation far more divided than ours, we are not enemies but friends. Though passion may have strained, it must not break our bonds of affection.

We express our gratitude for Mr Smith's outstanding, challenging speech.

I don't want to talk to you, Tom.