el discurso
speech
Es una exposición oral que una persona hace ante un público para expresar ideas o informar sobre un tema.
Discurso is a Spanish noun that translates to "speech" or "discourse" in English.
Meaning:
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Speech: A formal spoken presentation or address given to an audience, often to convey ideas, arguments, or information. For example, a "discurso" can be a political speech, a public address, or a ceremonial talk.
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Discourse: More broadly, it refers to communication or expression of ideas, either in written or spoken form, especially extended communication on a particular topic.
Parts:
- The word comes from the Latin discursus, which means "running about" or "discussion," pointing to the notion of extended verbal interaction or expression.
Synonyms:
- Speech: charla, alocución, parlamento, intervención.
- Discourse: conversación, diálogo, plática, debate.
Antonyms:
- There isn't a direct antonym, but words like silence (silencio) or quiet (quietud) could be considered as opposite concepts to a "discurso," as they imply the absence of speech or communication.
Summary:
In general, discurso refers to an organized, structured way of verbal (or written) communication, emphasizing formal presentation or systematic discussion of ideas.
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Examples
El discurso de graduación del director fue emocionante.noun
The principal's graduation speech was moving.
Ella escribió un hermoso discurso para la ceremonia.noun
She wrote a beautiful speech for the ceremony.
Marta presentó un discurso interesante en la escuela.noun
Marta gave an interesting speech at school.
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