spiel
3 synonyms for spiel, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A long, often rehearsed talk meant to persuade someone, especially in sales.
Synonyms
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Rare, literary or technical
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patter
line of gab
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A long, often rehearsed talk meant to persuade someone, especially in sales.
“The salesman launched into his usual spiel about extended warranties.”
2. verb
To talk at length, often to persuade or promote something.
“He spieled on for ten minutes about the benefits of the new juicer.”
How to use spiel
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sales spiel
give someone the spiel
the same old spiel
Etymology
Borrowed from German Spiel, meaning "game" or "performance."
Full origin of spiel →Frequently asked questions
What does “spiel” mean?
The word “spiel” means a long, often rehearsed talk meant to persuade someone, especially in sales. In plain terms, a rehearsed, persuasive speech, especially a sales pitch.
How do you pronounce “spiel”?
“Spiel” is pronounced shpeel (/ʃpiːl/ in IPA).
How do you use “spiel” in a sentence?
Here is “spiel” used in a sentence: “The salesman launched into his usual spiel about extended warranties.”
What part of speech is “spiel”?
Depending on how it is used, “spiel” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “spiel” come from?
The word “spiel” comes from German. Borrowed from German Spiel, meaning "game" or "performance.".
How many meanings does “spiel” have?
“Spiel” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a long, often rehearsed talk meant to persuade someone, especially in sales.
