donderpreek — meaning in English

English meaning

• sermon noun A talk given during a religious service, usually on a moral or spiritual theme.
• spiel noun A long, often rehearsed talk meant to persuade someone, especially in sales.

Senses

donderpreek is used for these senses in English:

• sermon A lengthy speech of reproval.
• spiel A lengthy and extravagant speech or argument usually intended to persuade.

sermon — full definition

1. noun A talk given during a religious service, usually on a moral or spiritual theme.
2. noun A long, moralising talk that scolds or lectures someone.

spiel — full definition

1. noun A long, often rehearsed talk meant to persuade someone, especially in sales.
2. verb To talk at length, often to persuade or promote something.

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