oral presentation
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Definition
Noun: - The act of delivering a prepared talk or address to a group of listeners. It involves speaking formally to inform, persuade, or entertain an audience.
Usage
An "oral presentation" is a formal, structured speech given to an audience. It is a common requirement in academic, business, and professional settings. The focus is on the live, spoken delivery of information.
Examples
- Noun:
- Her oral presentation on climate change was both informative and engaging.
- The final project requires a 15-minute oral presentation in front of the class.
- He was nervous about the oral presentation but practiced thoroughly.
Advanced Usage
- "to deliver/give an oral presentation": This is the standard collocation for describing the action.
- Each student must deliver an oral presentation on their research findings.
Variants and Related Words
- Presentation (n): A broader term that can include visual aids (like slides) alongside the spoken component. An "oral presentation" is a specific type of presentation.
- Speech (n): A more general term for a formal talk; it is often synonymous with "oral presentation."
- Address (n): A formal speech, often on a ceremonial occasion.
- Talk (n): A less formal term for an oral presentation.
Synonyms
- Speech: A formal address delivered to an audience.
- Lecture: An educational talk to an audience, especially one of students.
- Address: A formal speech.
Related Phrases
- Public speaking: The skill or act of performing an oral presentation.
- The course aims to improve students' public speaking abilities.
Noun
- delivering an address to a public audience
- people came to see the candidates and hear the speechmaking