noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
art of conversation; conversational skill
Refers to the skill or technique of speaking effectively in conversation, storytelling, or public speaking. Often used in contexts like 話術に長ける (to be skilled in conversation) or 話術を磨く (to polish one's conversational skills).
He is skilled in the art of conversation and quickly gets along with anyone.
Conversational skill is essential for sales jobs.
ventriloquism; throwing one's voice
Compound of 話 (talk, story) and 術 (technique, art). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word transparently means 'art of talking'.