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speech

speech

noun SPEECH Rare
Communication Speech

Origin: English 'speech'

Also means

short address

Usage Note

Speech is a common anglicism in French, used informally for a brief prepared address or toast — typically shorter and more casual than a discours. You might hear faire un petit speech at a wedding or office event. It remains invariable and is always masculine.

Examples

"Il a fait un speech rapide avant le dîner."

Natural Translation

He gave a quick speech before dinner.

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