noun
Refers to the person who is speaking in a conversation or narrative. Often contrasted with 聞き手 (listener).
See also: 聞き手
話し手の意図を正確に理解するのは難しい。
It is difficult to accurately understand the speaker's intention.
この物語では、話
In this story, the narrator speaks in the third person.
noun
skilled speaker; eloquent person
Describes someone who is good at speaking, often in a persuasive or articulate manner. Less common than the primary sense.
彼は話し手として有名で、講演会によく呼ばれる。
He is famous as a skilled speaker and is often invited to lectures.