English–Spanish

“speech” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/disˈkuɾso/

Example

El presidente dio un discurso breve.

The president gave a brief speech.

Illustration for discurso (speech)

How to say “speech” in Spanish

“Speech” in Spanish is discurso.

A public speech given to an audience for informational or persuasive purposes.

Full entry for discurso: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with discurso

¿Quién pronunciará el discurso de apertura mañana?

Who will give the opening address tomorrow?

Tips for using discurso

  • Although cognate with English discourse, discurso in Spanish usually refers to a delivered speech rather than a general written or theoretical discussion.

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