Language Quote by Peter Coughter
““The words on the screen are usually a distraction to the audience. If you’re reading the words, by the time you’ve gotten around to mouthing the words, the audience has finished reading them and is getting bored by hearing you say them.””
About This Quote
Reading spoken words distracts the audience, causing boredom before the message is delivered.
In simple terms: Reading aloud can lose audience attention.
Key Takeaway
Engage audience visually.
Themes
communication
attention
presentation
Mood
practical
critical
Type
professional
educational
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- teaching
- broadcasting
Key Concepts
rhetoric
media studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you keep audience focus?
- When is reading appropriate?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes reading aids comprehension.
