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spiel in German

spiel in German is Geschwafel, Schwafelei, langes Gerede — spiel means a long, often rehearsed talk meant to persuade someone, especially in sales.

spiel in German

Geschwafel
noun
A lengthy and extravagant speech or argument usually intended to persuade.
Schwafelei
noun
A lengthy and extravagant speech or argument usually intended to persuade.
langes Gerede
noun
A lengthy and extravagant speech or argument usually intended to persuade.

What does "spiel" mean?

  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."
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spiel in a sentence

  • The salesman launched into his usual spiel about extended warranties.
  • I've heard that recruitment spiel a dozen times before.
  • He spieled on for ten minutes about the benefits of the new juicer.

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What is "spiel" in German?

"spiel" in German is Geschwafel, Schwafelei, langes Gerede. spiel means: A long, often rehearsed talk meant to persuade someone, especially in sales.

How do you use "spiel" in a sentence?

Example: "The salesman launched into his usual spiel about extended warranties." In German, "spiel" is Geschwafel, Schwafelei, langes Gerede.

Are there other ways to say "spiel" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "spiel": Geschwafel, Schwafelei, langes Gerede.

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