English

speech

spitʃ
Meaning: a formal address or discourse delivered to an audience
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

He delivered a powerful speech at the graduation ceremony.
Freedom of speech is a fundamental human right.
Freedom of speech is a fundamental human right.
His speech at the funeral was deeply moving.
His speech at the funeral was deeply moving.
A large crowd gathered in the city square to hear the mayor's speech.
A large crowd gathered in the city square to hear the mayor's speech.
He gave a powerful speech that moved everyone.
He gave a powerful speech that moved everyone.
The senator delivered a powerful speech in the capital.
The senator delivered a powerful speech in the capital.
An emotional speech can calm a crowded room.
An emotional speech can calm a crowded room.
He always quotes famous people in his speeches.
He always quotes famous people in his speeches.
The politician gave a speech about the new education policy.
The politician gave a speech about the new education policy.
The winning candidate gave a short speech after the results.
The winning candidate gave a short speech after the results.

Usage Notes

Can refer to the faculty of speaking, a style of speaking, or a formal talk.

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