spiel
Spiel (noun) means a long, often rehearsed talk meant to persuade someone, especially in sales. Example: “The salesman launched into his usual spiel about extended warranties.”
How to use spiel
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA rehearsed, persuasive speech, especially a sales pitch.
Usually used with a slightly negative or skeptical tone — calling something a "spiel" suggests you're not fully buying it.
Word forms
spieled past tense, spiels plural, spiels plural, spiels singular
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The salesman launched into his usual _____ about extended warranties.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Spiel, meaning "game" or "performance."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for spiel
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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.