SPEAK TO

а. обращаться к кому-л., говорить с кем-л.; The councillor was asked to speak to the crowd, to beg them to remain calm. б. подтверждать что-л.; в. просить кого-л. сделать что-л.; I'll speak to the director about a pay rise for you; г. ругать; I'll speak to that boy the minute he gets in; д. высказываться, выражать чье-л. мнение; Would any committee member care to speak to the question?; е. поддерживать (идею); Many members spoke to their friend's suggestion.