ホーム > english > word of the day > 第34回
words to describe one's speech
A person who speaks directly and honestly
Hinata-san is known as a straight shooter so he's the best person to ask about the rumored layoffs.
To try to take back one's words
The politician backpedaled quickly when he realized his speech had angered some of the audience.
Smooth talk (verbal phrase)
To calm or charm with one's words
Miura-san is usually able to smooth talk her employees into agreeing with her.
Note:Also used as a noun:Miura-san is a smooth talker and can convince her employees to agree with her.
To further explain a comment or decision to make it seem more positive
The public relations team is trying to spin the minister's negative comments on the dollar/yen rate.
Note:Also used as a noun:The public relations team is trying to put a spin on the minister's negative comments on the dollar/yen rate.
Admit one's statement was incorrect
Suzuki-san insisted that his budget calculations were correct but had to eat crow when the accountant found several mistakes.