Talking

Pronunciation: /ˈtɔːk/

Talking (verb)

  1. to use words to express thoughts or feelings to someone
  2. to have a conversation about a specific topic
  3. to speak formally to a group of people

Examples

  • They talk quietly in the library.
  • We often talk on the phone.

Common collocations: talk softly, talk loudly, talk over, talk through, talk publicly

Talking (noun)

  1. a conversation or discussion between people
  2. a formal speech given to an audience

Examples

  • They had a long talk about their future.
  • We enjoyed a pleasant talk after dinner.

Synonyms of Talking

Neutral

Antonyms of Talking

  • — absence of speech or sound
  • — focus on hearing rather than speaking