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    Retóricas (en. Rhetoric)

    /reˈtoɾikas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Set of techniques and strategies for persuasive communication.
    The politician's rhetorics were effective in gaining public support.
    Las retóricas del político fueron efectivas para ganar el apoyo del público.
    Style or manner of speaking that seeks to embellish language.
    His way of speaking was so full of rhetoric that sometimes he lost meaning.
    Su forma de hablar era tan llena de retóricas que a veces perdía el sentido.
    The art of speaking or writing effectively.
    Rhetoric is fundamental in public speaking and advertising.
    La retórica es fundamental en el discurso público y en la publicidad.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'rhetorikós', which refers to oratory.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    empty rhetoric
    Discourse that lacks content or is not convincing.
    retórica vacía
    master of rhetoric
    Person with great skill in the art of persuasive speaking.
    maestro de la retórica
    use of rhetoric
    The application of discursive techniques in communication.
    uso de la retórica

    Related Words

    oratory
    Art of speaking publicly in a persuasive manner.
    oratoria
    eloquent
    Having a clear and persuasive style in expression.
    elocuente
    political rhetoric
    Use of communication techniques in the political sphere.
    retórica política

    Slang Meanings

    Complicated or convoluted speech.
    That explanation was pure rhetoric, without substance.
    Esa explicación fue pura retórica, sin sustancia.
    Stock phrases or clichés in discourse.
    He always repeats those political rhetorics, nothing new.
    Siempre repite esas retóricas de la política, nada nuevo.