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oral communication
[/ˈɔːrəl kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən/]
noun
pl: oral communications
comunicação oral
1.
The exchange of information, ideas, or messages between people using spoken words and verbal language
Effective oral communication is essential in business presentations.
A comunicação oral eficaz é essencial em apresentações empresariais.
2.
The process of conveying meaning through face-to-face or verbal interaction
Oral communication skills include listening, speaking, and understanding tone.
As habilidades de comunicação oral incluem escuta, fala e compreensão de tom.
3.
Spoken rather than written transmission of information
The teacher emphasized the importance of oral communication over written reports.
O professor enfatizou a importância da comunicação oral em detrimento de relatórios escritos.
Synonyms
spoken communication
verbal communication
speech communication
face-to-face communication
Antonyms
written communication
non-verbal communication
visual communication
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
comunicação oral
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
comunicação oral
Common in business and academic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
comunicação oral
Used in educational settings
Portugal
comunicação oral
Standard European Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
word of mouth
speak your mind
hear it straight from the horse's mouth
get your message across
break the ice with conversation
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