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    Éloquence (en. Eloquence)

    [elɔkɑ̃s]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Ability to express ideas with clarity and strength.
    His fluid elocution reflects his eloquence.
    Son élocution fluide témoigne de son éloquence.
    Persuasive power of speech.
    The eloquence of his speech captivated the audience.
    L'éloquence de son discours a captivé l'auditoire.
    Oratory art, technique of rhetoric.
    Great orators are often admired for their eloquence.
    Les grands orateurs sont souvent admirés pour leur éloquence.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'eloquentia', derived from 'eloquens', meaning 'to speak with ease'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to speak with eloquence
    To express oneself clearly and persuasively.
    parler avec éloquence
    eloquence in action
    Demonstration of oratory talent in a concrete situation.
    éloquence en action
    the eloquence of gestures
    Persuasive communication through the body rather than words.
    l'éloquence des gestes

    Related Words

    speaker
    A person who speaks in public, generally with mastery.
    orateur
    rhetoric
    The art of speaking well, using language to persuade.
    rhetorique
    expressiveness
    Ability to express emotions and ideas clearly.
    expressivité

    Slang Meanings

    Charismatic speech
    He has a true charisma; his speeches have an eloquence that touches us.
    Il a un vrai charisme, ses discours ont une éloquence qui nous touche.
    Fluid in communication
    She is so fluid in her communication; it’s a natural eloquence.
    Elle est si fluide dans sa communication, c'est une éloquence naturelle.