General words:
* Speak: This is the most common word.
* Talk: Similar to "speak," but often implies a more informal or casual conversation.
* Converse: To engage in conversation with someone.
* Communicate: To exchange information or ideas.
* Say: To utter a word or phrase.
More specific words:
* Articulate: To express oneself clearly and fluently.
* Enunciate: To pronounce words clearly.
* Address: To formally speak to someone.
* Orate: To speak formally or eloquently.
* Mutter: To speak in a low or unclear voice.
* Whisper: To speak very softly.
* Shout: To speak loudly.
* Yell: To shout in a loud and forceful way.
Formal words:
* Elucidate: To explain something clearly.
* Expound: To give a detailed explanation.
* Discourse: To speak formally on a particular topic.
The best word to use depends on the context of the situation.