formal emphasis
[/ˈfɔːrməl ˈɛmfəsɪs/]
nounpl: formal emphases
ênfase formal
1. A deliberate and structured way of highlighting or stressing particular information, ideas, or points in formal communication, such as in academic writing, speeches, or official documents, using specific linguistic or stylistic devices.
The speaker used formal emphasis to underscore the importance of the policy changes.
O palestrante usou ênfase formal para sublinhar a importância das mudanças de política.
2. In linguistics and rhetoric, the intentional use of grammatical structures, repetition, intonation, or typography to give prominence to certain words or concepts in formal discourse.
Through formal emphasis, the lawyer repeated key points to strengthen the argument.
Através da ênfase formal, o advogado repetiu pontos-chave para fortalecer o argumento.
In both Brazilian and American formal contexts, formal emphasis is a key technique taught in public speaking, legal proceedings, and academic presentations. It reflects the value placed on clear communication and persuasion in professional environments. In Portugal, similar formal techniques are employed but may be described with slightly different terminology depending on the context.
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