Pronunciation: /tɔːk/
noun a conversation or discussion
A1 I like to talk to my friends on the phone.
A2 She doesn't like small talk at parties.
B1 Effective communication involves more than just talking.
B2 The panel members engaged in a lively talk about the future of technology.
C1 The TED talk on climate change was both informative and inspiring.
C2 The talk show host interviewed the famous actor about his latest movie.
verb to communicate by speaking
A1 I talk to my friend on the phone.
A2 She talks to her teacher after class.
B1 They talked about their plans for the weekend.
B2 The negotiators talked for hours before reaching an agreement.
C1 The panelists talked at length about the implications of the new policy.
C2 The researchers are talking to experts in the field to gather more information.
adjective pertaining to or involving talking or conversation
A1 She likes to talk to her friends on the phone.
A2 The children had a talk with their teacher about bullying.
B1 I had a talkative neighbor who would always stop to chat.
B2 The talk show host interviewed a famous celebrity.
C1 The conference featured a panel of experts who gave talks on various topics.
C2 The TED talk was thought-provoking and inspiring.
adverb in a manner that involves speaking or communication
A1 She talks quietly in class.
A2 He talks enthusiastically about his favorite movie.
B1 They talk animatedly about their upcoming vacation.
B2 The professor talks passionately about his research.
C1 The politician talks eloquently about the state of the economy.
C2 The renowned author talks articulately about her writing process.
formal I would like to schedule a time to talk about the upcoming project.
informal Let's have a chat about our weekend plans.
slang We should catch up and have a little gossip session.
figurative The colors in this painting seem to talk to each other, creating a harmonious composition.
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