Sprechweise

manner of speaking, way of talking

noun SHPREKH-vy-ze Rare

Usage Note

Sprechweise (f) refers to a person's characteristic manner of speaking — their pace, tone, register, and style. It overlaps with Ausdrucksweise but focuses specifically on the spoken performance. 'Seine ruhige Sprechweise beruhigte die Patienten' (His calm manner of speaking calmed the patients).

Examples

"Durch ihre klare, ruhige Sprechweise gewann die Moderatorin das Vertrauen der Zuschauer."

Natural Translation

Through her clear, calm manner of speaking the presenter won the trust of the viewers.

Literal Translation

Through her clear, calm manner-of-speaking won the presenter the trust of-the viewers.

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