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She said that she could speak French.
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She said that she could speak French.
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How to use in different contexts
Reporting Speech
She reported that she was able to speak French.
Summarizing Information
In summary, she stated her fluency in French.
Adding Detail
She mentioned that she could speak French fluently, having lived in Paris.
Expressing Doubt
I doubt she could actually speak French.
Rephrased versions
Formal
She indicated her proficiency in the French language.
Casual
She said she knew how to speak French.
Simpler English
She said she spoke French.
Phrases to learn
speak French
To be able to communicate using the French language.
said that
Used to report what someone said.