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“speaking style” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajihanashikata

Example

彼の話し方はとても丁寧です。kare no hana shi kata wa to te mo tei nei de su

His speaking style is very polite.

Illustration for 話し方 (speaking style)

How to say “speaking style” in Japanese

“Speaking style” in Japanese is 話し方 (hanashikata).

Captures the manner in which speech is delivered and shaped, from tone and rhythm to the choice of words.

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

Example sentences with 話し方

会議では、相手に合わせて話し方を変えます。kai gi de wa ai te ni a wa se te hana shi kata o ka e ma su

In meetings, I adjust my speaking style to suit the other person.

Tips for using 話し方

  • The word can describe a person's habitual manner of speaking or a deliberate style adopted for a particular situation.

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