Usage Note
Redegabe (Rede = speech + Gabe = gift) refers to a natural talent for speaking persuasively and eloquently. It is somewhat formal or literary but also appears in everyday compliments about public speakers.
Examples
"Mit seiner Redegabe überzeugte er die gesamte Versammlung."
Natural Translation
With his gift of the gab he won over the entire assembly.
Literal Translation
With his speech-gift he convinced the entire assembly.

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