presentation
prehzn-TAYSHN
Presentation (noun) means a talk or demonstration given to an audience, often with visual aids. Example: “She gave a presentation on the new marketing strategy.”
noun
1
A talk or demonstration given to an audience, often with visual aids.
"She gave a presentation on the new marketing strategy."
"The slides for the presentation crashed halfway through."
"I'm nervous about my presentation to the whole team tomorrow."
2
The way something is arranged or displayed, especially in terms of appearance.
"The dish tasted great but the presentation left something to be desired."
"Good presentation can make even a simple meal look special."
"The shop's neat presentation of its cakes drew customers in."
3
In medicine, the symptoms and signs a patient shows when seeking care.
"The clinical presentation suggested a viral infection."
"The patient's presentation included a high fever and a sore throat."
"Doctors found the unusual presentation of the rash hard to explain."
How to use presentation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA talk given to an audience, or more generally how something looks when shown or served.
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Etymology
From Old French presentation, from Latin praesentatio, "a showing" or "exhibition."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “presentation” mean?
The word “presentation” means a talk or demonstration given to an audience, often with visual aids. In plain terms, a talk given to an audience, or more generally how something looks when shown or served.
How do you pronounce “presentation”?
“Presentation” is pronounced prehzn-TAYSHN (/ˌpɹɛzn̩ˈteɪʃn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “presentation” in a sentence?
Here is “presentation” used in a sentence: “She gave a presentation on the new marketing strategy.”
What part of speech is “presentation”?
“Presentation” is a noun.
Where does the word “presentation” come from?
The word “presentation” comes from Latin. From Old French presentation, from Latin praesentatio, "a showing" or "exhibition.".
Is “presentation” a common word?
“Presentation” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “presentation” have?
“Presentation” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a talk or demonstration given to an audience, often with visual aids.
What is the difference between a 'presentation' and a 'speech'?
A presentation is a talk or demonstration to an audience that usually relies on visual aids such as slides, charts, or props. A speech is primarily spoken and often more formal, delivered without the same supporting visuals.
What is the difference between a 'presentation' and a 'lecture'?
A lecture is typically an educational talk given by a teacher or expert to convey information, often at length. A presentation is usually shorter, more focused, and may aim to inform, persuade, or demonstrate, frequently in a business or professional setting.
Do you give a presentation 'on' or 'about' a topic?
Both are correct and interchangeable, as in 'a presentation on climate change' or 'a presentation about climate change.' 'On' tends to sound slightly more formal, while 'about' is a little more conversational.
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