Oradora

Oradora is a Spanish noun meaning a female orator, that is, a person who delivers public speeches. It is the feminine form of orador, the masculine counterpart. The word also appears in Portuguese with the same meaning. Etymologically, oradora comes from Latin orator, meaning “one who speaks,” and it is related to oratoria, the art or practice of public speaking.

In usage, oradora designates a woman who gives formal addresses, lectures, or sermons. It is used across political, religious, academic, and cultural contexts. The masculine form orador is used for men; together they illustrate gendered noun formation common to Romance languages. Phrases such as la oradora principal (the keynote speaker) or una oradora destacada (a prominent speaker) illustrate typical applications. In English, direct equivalents include “orator” or “speaker,” though these are not gender-specific.

Notes: oradora is predominantly descriptive. Depending on the context and style guide, writers may opt for gender-neutral language or pair forms to avoid bias. The term is common in media, conference programs, and transcripts where a female speaker is identified specifically.

See also: orador, oratoria.