speeches - Master This Word
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speeches Word Meanings
- The expression of thoughts and feelings through spoken words.
- A formal address or discourse delivered to an audience.
- A person's ability to communicate vocally.
speeches Example Sentences
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speeches Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/spiːtʃ/
US
/spiːtʃ/
speeches Word Etymology
From 'speak' (root) + '-ch' (noun suffix) = act of speaking. Origin: Old English 'speca' → 'speech' in Middle English. Memory image: Picture a person standing confidently with notes, addressing a crowd passionately.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I press my lips, take a slow breath, and feel my throat align as I move from silence toward voice. Air pushes through, the tongue and lips shift, and I set the rhythm of the words. I keep a steady effort, adjust my posture, hold the pitch, and push for clarity. The meaning arrives as the sound carries my intention, turning thought into spoken speech.
Real Context
Speech is the act of expressing thoughts and feelings through spoken words, and it can be informal or formal in tone. It includes everyday conversation, public addresses, and speeches delivered to audiences. People rely on pronunciation, rhythm, volume, and pacing to convey meaning and emotion, and audience awareness shapes style, from casual chats to ceremonial or political orations. A good speech blends clear structure, a purpose, and appropriate language, often supported by notes or rhetorical devices. The word also covers a person’s ability to articulate sounds and words, which can be tested in settings like classrooms, interviews, performances, and debates.
Usage Reminders
- - Practice pronunciation and pacing to convey meaning clearly.
- - Remember speech can refer to an address as well as the act of speaking.
- - Use give a speech or make a speech for formal occasions.
- - Distinguish public speech from everyday talk by audience and structure.
- - Be mindful of context and formality when choosing vocabulary.
Common Misconceptions
- Speech is only for formal addresses.
- Speech and talk are interchangeable in all settings.
- Speech refers only to public or political events.
- Pronunciation is not part of what makes a good speech.
- You only have a speech when you are a famous public figure.
Thinking Differences
In English, speech covers both the act of speaking and a formal address, so learners must track two senses and common collocations like give a speech or make a speech.
Learning Tips
- Practice both senses of speech regularly.
- Learn common collocations: give a speech, make a speech.
- Differentiate formal vs informal contexts in your notes.
- Record speeches to evaluate pace and pronunciation.
- Study related phrases: public speaking, speech therapy, speech impediment.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'speeches'?
A.Written conversations between friends
B.Formal addresses or discourses delivered to an audience
C.Casual talks among family members
D.Words spoken in a rhythm
Step 2: Usage
Choose the correctly used sentence with the word 'speeches'.
A.His dog gave the best speeches I have ever heard.
B.She enjoyed listening to the speeches at the concert.
C.They made speeches while playing basketball.
D.The speeches were written in a notebook.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'speeches'?
A.lectures
B.cakes
C.cars
D.mountains
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'speeches'?
A.silence
B.music
C.sound
D.whisper
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life context where people might prepare for speeches?
A.Rehearsing a presentation for work
B.Planning a surprise party for a friend
C.Going shopping for groceries
D.Watching a movie in the theater
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