oratory
intermediateB2/ˈɔːrəˌtɔːri/ · o-ra-to-ry
The art of public speaking, especially in a formal and eloquent manner.
Meanings
The art of public speaking, especially in a formal and eloquent manner.
عوامی تقریر کرنے کا فن، خاص طور پر رسمی اور بلیغ انداز میں۔
بلاغت
balāghat
Synonyms
Common Collocations
- masterful oratory
- skills of oratory
- oratory techniques
Example Sentences
His oratory skills won him many admirers.
اس کی بلاغت کی مہارت نے اسے بہت سے چاہنے والے دے دیے۔
Us ki balāghat ki maharat ne use bohot se chāhne wale de diye.
She captivated the audience with her powerful oratory.
اس نے اپنی طاقتور بلاغت سے حاضرین کو مسحور کر دیا۔
Us ne apni taqatwar balāghat se hāzirīn ko masḥūr kar diya.
The art of oratory is essential for effective leadership.
بلاغت کا فن مؤثر قیادت کے لیے ضروری ہے۔
Balāghat ka fan mo'asser qiyadat ke liye zaroori hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'oratory' when you hear someone delivering an inspiring speech.
Imagine a charismatic speaker captivating an audience with eloquence.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
خطابت کی یوں ہے تڑپ، دلوں میں جگا دے گی۔
Khitābat ki yun hai taṛap, dilōn mein jagā de gi.
The passion of oratory will awaken hearts.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
خاموش رہنا ہی کبھی کبھی اچھی بلاغت ہے۔
Khamosh rehna hi kabhi kabhi achi balāghat hai.
Sometimes, staying silent is the best eloquence.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "oratorius" — related to speaking
First known use: 14th century
The word 'oratory' comes from the Latin term 'oratorius', relating to an orator or public speaker. It has evolved through Middle English to modern-day usage.