recite
To say something aloud from memory.
recite in a sentence
- Each pupil had to recite a poem by heart in front of the class without peeking at the page.
- Around the campfire, Uncle Raj can recite the whole legend of the silver wolf from memory.
Words that mean something similar
repeat, quote, perform
More words about speech & sound
- reprimand: To tell someone off formally, especially as the person in charge.
- retort: To answer back quickly and sharply.
- reveal: To show or tell something that was hidden.
- sarcastic: Saying the opposite of what you mean to make fun of someone.
- scold: To tell someone off angrily for doing something wrong.
- shriek: To give a sudden loud high scream; or the scream itself.
- shrill: So high and piercing that it hurts your ears.
- squabble: To argue noisily about something small and unimportant.
More words to explore
Sitting the 11+ in Kent, Medway or Buckinghamshire?
Plain-English guides to each test, from the councils’ own pages: Kent Test · Medway Test · Bucks Secondary Transfer Test