pitch

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Pitch' is when you present an idea or a plan to convince others to support it. It's like trying to make your friend see why your favorite song is so good.

Examples in Different Contexts

In the film industry, 'pitching' is how you present story ideas. A screenwriter might explain, 'I pitched my script to the producer, hoping to get it made into a movie.'

Practice Scenarios

Business

Scenario:

We've just wrapped up our meeting with potential investors. They seemed genuinely excited about our ideas.

Response:

That's great news! When we pitch the next phase of the project, we should highlight our early successes.

Tech

Scenario:

Our latest software prototype is almost complete. The interface is smooth and user-friendly.

Response:

The prototype's looking good. How about we pitch this user-friendly interface to our clients as the key selling point?