parts of speech

Sometimes, however, in colloquial English, certain words may be used to generate a feeling and as such their literal meaning is not relevant in the sentence. For instance, the phrase, ‘to die for’ may simply be used to imply that something is truly worth having. Or if one were to say something like, ‘This heat is killing,’ the word ‘killing’ is not used literally but rather to emphasize the heat. Metaphors, similes, sarcasm, jargon, slang, hyperboles, allegories and irony, all give rise to such ‘figures of speech’.

How to write a good speech

Great speeches are those which not only grab the audience’s attention but also have the power to steer the audience. Well written speeches therefore, must contain thoroughly researched facts but must also be able to touch the audience on a personal level. One can employ anecdotes to create a lighter mood. Just like no one can tell you exactly how many parts of speech should be put together to create a good sentence, so also, there is no fixed formula to writing a perfect speech. But there are a few basic elements that would contribute to making a great speech.

Humour is one such element. It has been seen to relax and lighten the mood of the crowd and it makes people more open to the ideas and information that is being put before them.
Lines that stick in the audience’s memory make all the difference between a memorable speech and one that falls upon deaf ears. A good speech writer understands this, and will usually include an appropriate catchy sentence in the speech. An example of this is the phrase, ‘but they were all honourable men’, from Mark Antony’s powerful speech on the death of the Roman Emperor, Julius Caesar.

The beginning and the end of the speech are the most important defining factors of a good speech. It is acceptable, if a bit cliché, to open a speech with an anecdote, but one shouldn’t beat around the bush either. Always get to the poi8nt as quickly and painlessly as possible. And while one may begin a speech with an anecdote, the ending must be serious, powerful and clear enough to drive the point home.

Finally, one of the most important aspects of a good speech is the amount of information it contains. Always make sure that you have researched the project sufficiently and ensure that both the speaker and the speech provide enough evidence of this fact.