Elocution: meaning, definitions and examples

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elocution

 

[ ษชlษ™หˆkjuหสƒษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

public speaking

Elocution is the skill of clear and expressive speech, often with proper pronunciation, intonation, and gesture. It is a practice used especially in public speaking and formal communication. Good elocution can enhance the speaker's effectiveness and ensure engagement with the audience.

Synonyms

articulation, delivery, diction, pronunciation.

Examples of usage

  • He took elocution lessons to improve his public speaking skills.
  • The competition focused on elocution, requiring participants to deliver a speech.
  • Her elocution was so captivating that the audience was mesmerized.
  • Teachers emphasize elocution in order to prepare students for presentations.

Translations

Translations of the word "elocution" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น elocuรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคšเฅเคšเคพเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Elocution

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ elokasi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะปะพะบัƒั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ elokwencja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็™บๅฃฐๆณ•

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉlocution

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elocuciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท diksiyon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐœํ™”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฅู„ู‚ุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ elokuce

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ elokรบcia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆผ”่ฎฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ elokvencija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tala

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำฉะนะปะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒšแƒแƒ™แƒฃแƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ elokusiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ elocuciรณn

Etymology

The term 'elocution' originates from the Latin word 'eloqui', which means 'to speak out' or 'to speak clearly'. The prefix 'e-' means 'out of' or 'from', while 'loqui' is related to speaking. The concept of elocution has been prominent since the 18th century, particularly in the context of formal or public speaking. During this time, elocution was often taught in schools and was considered an essential skill for those aiming to engage in politics, public service, or any form of leadership. The emphasis on elocution extended to the correct use of voice, gestures, and body language, highlighting the importance of non-verbal communication in effective speech. The development and study of elocution evolved over the years, incorporating elements from various disciplines such as rhetoric, drama, and education, leading to its current understanding as a comprehensive skill set essential for effective communication.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,426, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.