What part of speech is the word text?

The word "text" can be several parts of speech, depending on how it's used:

* Noun: This is the most common use. It refers to the written or printed words of a book, article, etc.

* Example: "I read the text of the speech."

* Verb: It can mean to send a text message.

* Example: "I texted my friend to ask about dinner."

* Adjective: It can describe something related to written or printed words.

* Example: "The text version of the book is cheaper."

So, the part of speech for "text" depends on the context of the sentence.