discursos
“discursos” means “speeches” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
speeches
Also: addresses, talks
📝 In Action
El director dio dos discursos durante la ceremonia.
A2The principal gave two speeches during the ceremony.
No me gustan los discursos muy largos.
A1I don't like very long speeches.
Los políticos preparan sus discursos con mucho cuidado.
B1Politicians prepare their speeches very carefully.
discourses
Also: narratives
📝 In Action
Analizamos los discursos de odio en las redes sociales.
C1We analyzed hate speech (discourses) on social media.
Los discursos científicos han cambiado con el tiempo.
C2Scientific discourses have changed over time.
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: discursos
Question 1 of 2
Which verb is most commonly used with 'discursos' to say 'to give speeches'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'discursus,' which originally meant 'running about' or 'moving to and fro.' It eventually evolved to mean 'running through a subject' in conversation or writing.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'discursos' only for formal politics?
Not at all! While often used in politics, 'discursos' can refer to any formal talk, like a wedding toast, a graduation message, or even a manager's talk to their team.
What is the difference between 'habla' and 'discurso'?
'Habla' usually refers to the act of speaking or a specific dialect, while 'discurso' refers to an organized, structured piece of communication or a specific way of thinking about a topic.