shaky speech
[/ˈʃeɪki spiːtʃ/]
noun phrasepl: shaky speeches
discurso trêmulo
1. Speech delivered with a trembling or unsteady voice, often due to nervousness, fear, illness, or emotional distress
The witness gave a shaky speech during the trial, struggling to control her emotions.
A testemunha fez um discurso trêmulo durante o julgamento, lutando para controlar suas emoções.
2. A presentation or talk that lacks confidence and appears unstable or unreliable in delivery
His shaky speech at the conference made the audience doubt his expertise on the subject.
Seu discurso trêmulo na conferência fez o público questionar sua expertise no assunto.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'shaky speech' is often associated with public speaking anxiety, a common phenomenon in presentations and formal events. In Brazil, it's frequently observed during emotional public testimonies or important announcements where speakers are under significant pressure. The term reflects universal human experiences of nervousness and emotional vulnerability in high-stakes communication situations.
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