give presentation
Deliver talk
Use this phrase whenever you are officially sharing prepared information with a group of people.
15秒了解
- Sharing information formally with an audience using visuals.
- Commonly used in business, school, and professional settings.
- Pairs the verb 'give' with the noun 'presentation'.
意思
This phrase describes the act of standing in front of people to share information using slides or speech. It is the standard way to say you are teaching or explaining something to a group.
关键例句
3 / 6In a morning meeting
I have to give a presentation on the new budget today.
I have to deliver a talk about the new budget today.
Texting a classmate
Are you ready to give our presentation in history class?
Are you ready to do our history talk?
Formal conference
It is an honor to give this presentation to such experts.
It is an honor to deliver this talk to experts.
文化背景
The concept of 'giving a presentation' evolved from the classical art of rhetoric. In modern times, it became synonymous with corporate culture and the rise of software like PowerPoint in the 1990s. Today, it is a global business standard, often associated with the 'TED Talk' style of storytelling.
The 'Give' vs 'Make' Secret
You 'make' a presentation (the slides) in your room, but you 'give' the presentation (the speech) to the audience.
Don't say 'Say'
Avoid saying 'I will say a presentation.' It sounds very unnatural to native speakers.
15秒了解
- Sharing information formally with an audience using visuals.
- Commonly used in business, school, and professional settings.
- Pairs the verb 'give' with the noun 'presentation'.
What It Means
To give a presentation is to share your ideas with an audience. You usually use a screen or a whiteboard to help. It is like telling a long story with facts. It is the most common way to talk about public speaking in business or school.
How To Use It
You use this phrase as a complete action. Always use the verb give with the noun presentation. You can also use make or deliver, but give is the friendliest choice. Don't forget the article a. You say, "I have to give a presentation tomorrow." It sounds smooth and natural.
When To Use It
Use this in any setting where one person talks and others listen. It is perfect for a business meeting at 9:00 AM. It works for a university project or a community meeting. You can even use it for a wedding speech if you have slides. (Though slides at a wedding might be a bit much!)
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for a casual chat with one friend. If you are just telling a secret, you are not giving a presentation. Also, avoid it for short announcements. If you just say "Pizza is here!", that is not a presentation. It implies a structured, prepared talk.
Cultural Background
In Western work culture, giving a presentation is a vital skill. It is how people show they are experts. Children start doing this in school very early. We call it "Show and Tell" when they are five. By the time they are adults, they are pros at using PowerPoint. It is a rite of passage in the corporate world.
Common Variations
You might hear people say do a presentation. This is very common in casual office talk. Deliver a presentation is the fancy version. If you are nervous, you might say you have to run through a presentation. This sounds like you are practicing or doing it quickly.
使用说明
This is a highly versatile 'neutral' phrase. It works in 95% of professional and academic situations without sounding too stiff or too lazy.
The 'Give' vs 'Make' Secret
You 'make' a presentation (the slides) in your room, but you 'give' the presentation (the speech) to the audience.
Don't say 'Say'
Avoid saying 'I will say a presentation.' It sounds very unnatural to native speakers.
Death by PowerPoint
English speakers often joke about 'Death by PowerPoint' when a presentation is too long and boring!
例句
6I have to give a presentation on the new budget today.
I have to deliver a talk about the new budget today.
Standard professional use.
Are you ready to give our presentation in history class?
Are you ready to do our history talk?
Used for school projects.
It is an honor to give this presentation to such experts.
It is an honor to deliver this talk to experts.
Very respectful tone.
I'm going to give a presentation on why we should order pizza.
I'm going to explain why we need pizza.
Using a formal phrase for a silly topic.
You are going to give a great presentation, don't worry!
You will do a great job with your talk!
Used to provide emotional support.
I was so nervous to give that presentation that I forgot my name.
I was so scared to talk that I forgot my name.
Sharing a vulnerable moment.
自我测试
Choose the correct verb to complete the professional phrase.
The CEO is going to ___ a presentation at the annual gala.
In English, we 'give' or 'deliver' presentations, we do not 'take' or 'tell' them.
Complete the sentence for a school context.
I spent all night preparing to ___ a presentation on climate change.
Preparing usually leads to 'giving' the talk yourself.
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视觉学习工具
Formality of 'Give a Presentation'
Talking to friends about a topic.
Do a talk
Standard office or school use.
Give a presentation
High-stakes keynote or speech.
Deliver a presentation
Where to use 'Give a Presentation'
Boardroom
Reporting sales figures.
Classroom
Sharing a science project.
Conference
Speaking at a big event.
Zoom Call
Sharing your screen online.
常见问题
10 个问题Yes, do a presentation is very common in casual conversation. It is slightly less formal than give.
Use make for the creation of the slides and give for the actual speaking. For example: 'I need to make the slides before I give the presentation.'
Absolutely! It is the perfect professional phrase to use during a job interview.
Yes, even if the audience is small, if you have prepared notes or slides, you are giving a presentation.
The most formal version is deliver a presentation. You see this in news reports or high-level business documents.
Yes, it is fine. You might shorten it to give a pres if you are texting a close colleague.
You can still give a presentation without slides, but people usually expect some kind of visual aid.
A speech is usually more emotional or inspiring, while a presentation is usually for sharing data or teaching.
Yes, you give a presentation to an audience. For example: 'I gave a presentation to the marketing team.'
A common mistake is forgetting the 'a'. Always say give a presentation, not give presentation.
相关表达
Deliver a keynote
To give the main, most important speech at a conference.
Lead a workshop
To teach a group where the audience also participates and does activities.
Pitch an idea
To give a short presentation specifically to try and sell something or get approval.
Run a meeting
To be the person in charge of a business meeting's agenda.
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