No. 3,104 in Dutch
discours
A structured communication or debate, often formal, on a particular topic.
In a sentence
De professor gaf een indrukwekkend discours over sociale rechtvaardigheid.
The professor gave an impressive discourse on social justice.
Here, 'discours' refers to an extended formal discussion or lecture about a specific topic.
Zijn discours tijdens de vergadering was zeer overtuigend en goed doordacht.
His discourse during the meeting was very convincing and well-thought-out.
In this sentence, 'discours' is used to mean someone's verbal presentation or argument during an event or discussion.
De politicus's discours over duurzaamheid raakte vele aanwezigen.
The politician's discourse on sustainability impacted many of those present.
'Discours' in this context indicates a speech or verbal expression of ideas, often addressing an audience.
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