Rhetoric in Tagalog

“Rhetoric” in Tagalog is “Retorika” – the art of effective or persuasive speaking and writing. This concept is fundamental in communication, politics, and literature, shaping how messages are crafted and delivered. Explore the full meaning and practical examples below.

[Words] = Rhetoric

[Definition]:

• Rhetoric /ˈrɛtərɪk/
• Noun 1: The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, especially the use of figures of speech and other compositional techniques
• Noun 2: Language designed to have a persuasive or impressive effect, but often regarded as lacking in sincerity or meaningful content

[Synonyms] = Retorika, Sining ng pananalita, Talumpati, Pagsasalita, Diskurso

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The politician’s rhetoric was powerful and moved the entire audience to action.
• Ex1_PH: Ang retorika ng pulitiko ay makapangyarihan at nagtulak sa buong madla na kumilos.
• Ex2_EN: Students study rhetoric to improve their persuasive writing and public speaking skills.
• Ex2_PH: Nag-aaral ang mga estudyante ng retorika upang mapabuti ang kanilang nakakumbinsing pagsulat at kasanayan sa publiko.
• Ex3_EN: His speech was full of empty rhetoric without any concrete solutions.
• Ex3_PH: Ang kanyang talumpati ay puno ng walang lamang retorika na walang anumang kongkretong solusyon.
• Ex4_EN: Classical rhetoric includes ethos, pathos, and logos as methods of persuasion.
• Ex4_PH: Ang klasikal na retorika ay kinabibilangan ng ethos, pathos, at logos bilang mga pamamaraan ng panghihikayat.
• Ex5_EN: The lawyer used clever rhetoric to convince the jury of his client’s innocence.
• Ex5_PH: Gumamit ang abogado ng matalinong retorika upang kumbinsihin ang hurado ng kawalang-sala ng kanyang kliyente.