Speakers' platforms are the places from which speakers address an audience. The term can refer to a variety of structures, including rostra (6 letters), DAISES (6 letters), PODIA (5 letters), bemata (6 letters), and rostrums (8 letters). Rostra are raised platforms with a sloping front, often used in ancient Rome for public speaking. DAISES are elevated platforms, usually with steps, used for speeches or other presentations. PODIA are raised platforms, usually with steps, used for speeches or other presentations. Bemata are raised platforms, usually with steps, used for speeches or other presentations. Rostrums are raised platforms, usually with steps, used for speeches or other presentations.