Types of Speeches
According to Delivery
Speeches come in various forms, each with its
unique style and delivery method. Whether it's
impromptu, manuscript, memorized, or
extemporaneous, understanding the differences is
crucial for effective communication.
by Japheth Talattad
Impromptu Speeches
Spontaneous Delivery
Impromptu speeches
are delivered with little
or no time for
preparation, requiring
quick thinking and
confidence to
communicate
effectively.
Engaging the
Audience
Speakers must connect
with the audience on the
spot, using compelling
language and vibrant
delivery to keep them
engaged.
Adapting to Constraints
Impromptu speakers need
to think on their feet, adapt
to unexpected topics, and
deliver coherent messages
under time pressure.
Manuscript Speeches
Scripted Delivery
Manuscript speeches
are read verbatim from
a pre-written script,
allowing for precise
language and detailed
content delivery.
Emphasis on
Accuracy
Speakers focus on
delivering the exact
words written, ensuring
that the message is
communicated with
precision and clarity.
Limited Flexibility
Manuscript speeches
offer less room for
improvisation, as every
word is carefully chosen
and delivered according
to the script.
Memorized Speeches
Rehearsed Precision
Memorized speeches involve thorough rehearsal and delivery of the
entire content from memory, ensuring precise delivery.
Visual & Verbal Mastery
Speakers can focus on gestures, eye contact, and body language,
enhancing the impact of both the visual and verbal elements.
Risk of Forgetting
Memorized speeches carry the risk of forgetting the content, putting
pressure on the speaker to maintain thorough memorization.

Types-of-Speeches speech principles delivery

  • 1.
    Types of Speeches Accordingto Delivery Speeches come in various forms, each with its unique style and delivery method. Whether it's impromptu, manuscript, memorized, or extemporaneous, understanding the differences is crucial for effective communication. by Japheth Talattad
  • 2.
    Impromptu Speeches Spontaneous Delivery Impromptuspeeches are delivered with little or no time for preparation, requiring quick thinking and confidence to communicate effectively. Engaging the Audience Speakers must connect with the audience on the spot, using compelling language and vibrant delivery to keep them engaged. Adapting to Constraints Impromptu speakers need to think on their feet, adapt to unexpected topics, and deliver coherent messages under time pressure.
  • 3.
    Manuscript Speeches Scripted Delivery Manuscriptspeeches are read verbatim from a pre-written script, allowing for precise language and detailed content delivery. Emphasis on Accuracy Speakers focus on delivering the exact words written, ensuring that the message is communicated with precision and clarity. Limited Flexibility Manuscript speeches offer less room for improvisation, as every word is carefully chosen and delivered according to the script.
  • 4.
    Memorized Speeches Rehearsed Precision Memorizedspeeches involve thorough rehearsal and delivery of the entire content from memory, ensuring precise delivery. Visual & Verbal Mastery Speakers can focus on gestures, eye contact, and body language, enhancing the impact of both the visual and verbal elements. Risk of Forgetting Memorized speeches carry the risk of forgetting the content, putting pressure on the speaker to maintain thorough memorization.