die Ansprache
Translation
speech, address, form of address
Examples
Der Präsident hielt eine wichtige Ansprache.
The president gave an important speech.
Die persönliche Ansprache ist hier üblich.
The personal form of address is common here.
Grammar Patterns
((eine Ansprache)) ((halten)) to give/deliver a speech. The chancellor will deliver a speech.
((die Ansprache)) ((an j-n)) the address to sb. His address to the nation was moving.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rede (speech), Vortrag (lecture), Anrede (salutation)
Etymology
From `an-` (to, at) + `Sprache` (language, speech). It's 'speech' directed 'at' someone or an audience.
Memory Tips
Break it down: `an` (to) + `Sprache` (speech). A speech delivered 'to' an audience.