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oratory

 

[ หˆษ”หrษ™tษ”หri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

public speaking

The art or skill of speaking in public formally and eloquently.

Synonyms

eloquence, public speaking, rhetoric

Examples of usage

  • His oratory captivated the audience at the conference.
  • She was known for her powerful oratory during political debates.
Context #2 | Noun

historical

A place of prayer, especially a small private chapel.

Synonyms

chapel, prayer room, sanctuary

Examples of usage

  • The oratory in the castle was a peaceful sanctuary for the royal family.
  • She found solace in the oratory, where she could reflect in quietude.

Translations

Translations of the word "oratory" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น oratรณria

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเค•เฅเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Redekunst

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pidato

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั€ะฐั‚ะพั€ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ retoryka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆผ”่ชฌ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท oratoire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ oratoria

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hitabet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ฐ์„ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎูŽุทุงุจูŽุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ล™eฤnictvรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ reฤnenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆผ”่ฎฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ govorniลกtvo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rรฆรฐulist

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะตัˆะตะฝะดั–ะบ ำฉะฝะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒแƒขแƒแƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ natiqlik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ oratoria

Etymology

The word 'oratory' has its roots in the Latin word 'oratorius', which means 'pertaining to speaking'. It originally referred to the art of public speaking and persuasion. Over time, the term also came to be used to describe a place of prayer or worship, particularly in historical contexts. The concept of oratory has been a significant aspect of human communication and expression throughout history, with orators playing key roles in shaping opinions and influencing decisions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,848, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.