Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
palestra
noun
/pəˈlɛstrə/
Definition
A formal presentation or discussion on a specific topic, often given to an audience in an educational or professional setting.
Examples
- She attended a palestra on climate change at the university.
- The palestra covered various aspects of public speaking.
- At the conference, experts delivered engaging palestras on technology innovation.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘palestra’ refers to a talk or lecture focused on imparting knowledge or skills.
Synonyms
- lecture
- talk
- presentation
- seminar