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rhetoric in French

rhetoric in French is rhétorique, discours — rhetoric means the skill of using language persuasively, especially in speaking or writing.

rhetoric in French

rhétorique
noun
The art of using language, especially public speaking, as a means to persuade.
discours
noun
The art of using language, especially public speaking, as a means to persuade.
rhétorique
noun
(sometimes, derogatory) Meaningless language with an exaggerated style intended to impress.

What does "rhetoric" mean?

  1. noun The skill of using language persuasively, especially in speaking or writing.
    "She studied classical rhetoric to sharpen her public speaking."
  2. noun Language that sounds impressive but is empty of real substance.
    "Voters grew tired of empty campaign rhetoric with no concrete plans."
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rhetoric in a sentence

  • She studied classical rhetoric to sharpen her public speaking.
  • Voters grew tired of empty campaign rhetoric with no concrete plans.

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What is "rhetoric" in French?

"rhetoric" in French is rhétorique, discours. rhetoric means: The skill of using language persuasively, especially in speaking or writing.

How do you use "rhetoric" in a sentence?

Example: "She studied classical rhetoric to sharpen her public speaking." In French, "rhetoric" is rhétorique, discours.

Are there other ways to say "rhetoric" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "rhetoric": rhétorique, discours.

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