This is the 9893rd most frequent Japanese word.
語り掛け
Gentle speech or speaking in a soothing, engaging manner.
In this sentence, '語り掛ける' means 'to speak to someone' or 'to address someone,' emphasizing the initiation of conversation or dialogue.
彼は優しい声で私に語り掛けた。
He spoke to me in a gentle voice.
Here, '語り掛ける' is used metaphorically, meaning 'to resonate with' or 'to convey thoughts and emotions,' focusing on the idea of speaking to someone's emotional state.
その物語は私たちの心に語り掛ける。
The story speaks to our hearts.
'語り掛ける' in this sentence highlights engaging in direct and meaningful communication, suggesting a compassionate and attentive approach.