English Dictionary

speak for

verb

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see speak, for. / To speak on somebody's behalf. / (idiomatic) To claim, reserve, or occupy. / (idiomatic) To represent an intrinsic quality

I will speak for the team at the meeting.

意味（1）

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see speak, for.

意味（2）

To speak on somebody's behalf.

I think I speak for the whole group when I say that we're glad you came.

意味（3）

(idiomatic) To claim, reserve, or occupy.

Be sure to speak for a seat early, if you plan to attend.

意味（4）

(idiomatic) To represent an intrinsic quality

You really do deserve to be published - your recent articles speak for themselves.