Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
speaking-of-something
Phrase
speaking-of-something (ˈspiːkɪŋ əv ˈsʌmθɪŋ)
Definition
Used to introduce a related topic or to bring attention to a subject that has just been mentioned.
Examples
- Speaking of dinner, we should decide what to have tonight.
- She mentioned her trip to Italy; speaking of something, we need to plan our vacation.
- Speaking of books, have you read the latest novel by that author?
Meaning
A phrase employed in conversation to transition to a related subject, often after discussing something else relevant.
Synonyms
- By the way
- Regarding that
- Speaking of that
