Meaning
发言 means to speak publicly or express one's opinion, typically in formal settings like meetings, conferences, or public forums. As a noun, it refers to the speech or statement itself. It emphasizes the act of voicing one's thoughts or position on a matter, usually when invited or given the floor.
Usage
发言 is commonly used in formal or semi-formal contexts such as business meetings, conferences, classroom discussions, and official events. It's more formal than casual words like 说 (to say). Native speakers often use phrases like '请...发言' (please speak) when giving someone the floor, or '自由发言' (free discussion) when anyone can speak up.
Examples
- 01会议上每个人都有机会发言。.Everyone has a chance to speak at the meeting.
- 02他的发言得到了大家的认可。.His statement received everyone's approval.
Characters
Measure words
- 次发了三次言
- 个一个重要的发言
Common collocations
- 发言权the right to speak
- 自由发言open discussion, free speech
- 代表发言representative speaks
- 发言人spokesperson
Antonyms
Origin
发 originally meant 'to send forth' and 言 means 'speech' or 'words.' Together, 发言 literally means 'to send forth words' or 'to express speech.'