die Sprechzeit, -en
consultation hour · consultation hours · office hours
Die Dauer, in der eine Person reden darf.
The German word "Sprechzeit" is a compound noun made from:
- Sprech (from sprechen: to speak),
- Zeit (time).
It means "speaking time", referring to the duration a person is allowed or takes to speak. It’s often used in contexts like meetings, speeches, or presentations where speaking turns or limits are set.
Similar words:
- Redezeit (speech time),
- Sprechdauer (speaking duration).
Difference:
- Sprechzeit is a general term for the time spent speaking.
- Redezeit is more formal, often referring specifically to allotted time in formal debates or parliamentary settings.
- Sprechdauer emphasizes the length or continuous duration of speaking.
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Examples
Die Sprechzeit beim Arzt beginnt um neun Uhr.noun
The consultation hours at the doctor begin at nine o'clock.
Während der Sprechzeit konnten die Patienten ihre Fragen stellen.noun
During the consultation hours, patients were able to ask their questions.
Wegen eines Notfalls fiel die Sprechzeit aus.noun
Due to an emergency, office hours were canceled.
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