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    Oratoire (en. Oratory)

    /ɔʁa.twaʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A small building or room dedicated to prayer.
    The monastery's oratory is open to visitors.
    L'oratoire du monastère est ouvert aux visiteurs.
    A public speech, often related to rhetoric.
    His oratory during the ceremony captivated everyone.
    Son oratoire lors de la cérémonie a captivé tout le monde.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'oratorium', derived from 'orare' which means 'to pray'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    silent oratory
    A place where one can pray without distracting others.
    oratoire silencieux
    public oratory
    A speech given to a large audience.
    oratoire public

    Related Words

    prayers
    Forms or expressions used to address one's thoughts or needs to a deity.
    prières
    meditation
    A practice of concentration or contemplation that allows for inner peace.
    méditation

    Slang Meanings

    An eloquent and well-prepared speech.
    His oratory was so powerful that everyone was in tears.
    Son oratoire était tellement puissant que tout le monde était en larmes.
    A place where people gather for impromptu speeches.
    This place has become an oratory, people come here to debate without preparation.
    Cet endroit est devenu un oratoire, on vient ici pour débattre sans préparation.