Pronunciation: /kəˈloʊkwiəl/
adjective Colloquial is an adjective that describes language or style that is informal or conversational, typically used in everyday communication rather than formal writing or speech.
A1 I like using colloquial expressions when chatting with my friends.
A2 The book is written in a colloquial style that is easy to understand.
B1 The comedian's jokes were full of colloquial language that resonated with the audience.
B2 The author's use of colloquial phrases added authenticity to the dialogue in the novel.
C1 The linguist studied the evolution of colloquial language in different regions.
C2 The playwright's use of colloquialisms captured the essence of everyday speech in the characters.
formal The author's use of colloquial language in the novel helped to create a sense of authenticity.
informal I love how colloquial the dialogue is in this TV show, it feels like real people talking.
slang The slang term 'lit' has become widely used in colloquial speech to mean something is exciting or cool.
figurative Her colloquial way of speaking was like a breath of fresh air in the stuffy boardroom meeting.
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