Speak vs Talk
It often doesn't matter whether we use speak or talk, but there are some differences between them.
The action itselfSpeak can refer to the action itself.
- I speak Spanish really well.
- I speak Russian badly.
Formality
Speak can refer to something more formal than talk.
- I spoke to my students about grammar.
- I talked to my friends over coffee.
Conversation
Talk suggests that the action is a conversation.
- My friend and I talked about work.
Set phrases:There are some expressions that we only use with speak or talk. For example: speak out (say you don't like something) or talk rubbish (say things that aren't true)
- At the meeting, the workers spoke out about their lack of a pay rise.
- The politician said the building would be finished soon, but he's talking rubbish.
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