Parts of speech

What is a speech : The speech indicates how the word functions in meaning as well as grammatically within the sentence.

Noun


A noun is the name of a person, place, thing, or idea.

Verb


A verb expresses action or being.

Adjective


An adjective modifies or describes a noun or pronoun.

Adverb



An adverb modifies or describes a verb, an adjective, or another adverb.

Pronoun


A pronoun is a word used in place of a noun.

Preposition = A preposition is a word placed before a noun or pronoun to form a phrase modifying another word in the sentence.


Conjuction


A conjunction joins words, phrases, or clauses.

Interjection = An interjection is a word used to express emotion.

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Tips

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Deliver a performance, rather than a speech.

Use the power of eye contact.

Don't hide behind the lectern.

Posture matters.

Tell compelling stories.

Speak about what you know and care about.

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