Spiel
(noun)
- A long and elaborate speech or piece of persuasive writing, especially one that is intended to persuade or entertain.
- A set of words or phrases that a person frequently uses to respond to a particular situation or to promote a particular product or idea.
Origin:
From german spiel ("game, play"), from middle high german spil, from old high german spil, from proto-germanic *spilaz.
Examples:
- He was famous for his spiel, which was always entertaining and persuasive.
- The car salesman gave his spiel, trying to convince the customer to buy the car.
- She had her spiel ready to go, reciting the same lines she always did when trying to sell something.
- The politician's spiel was full of statistics and promises.
- The street performer had a long spiel that he used to attract a crowd.