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talk

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /tɔk/

KK: /tɔk/

intransitive verb
Definition

To use spoken words to communicate with someone or to express thoughts and ideas verbally.


Example

We talked for hours about our plans for the future.


Tense Forms

Past: talked

Past Participle: talked


Conversation
Sloth A
I really enjoy our long chats, it's nice to just talk about anything.
Sloth B
Me too! It's always great to catch up and share stories.
Sloth A
I feel like we could talk for hours without getting bored.
Sloth B
Definitely! We always find something interesting to discuss.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
speak
chat
converse
Antonyms
silence
mumble
whisper
noun
Definition

A conversation or discussion about a particular topic, often involving the exchange of ideas or opinions.


Example

We had a long talk about our plans for the future.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear the latest talk about the new café opening downtown?
Sloth B
Yeah, everyone seems really excited about it!
Sloth A
I wonder if it will be as good as the reviews say; I've heard a lot of talk about their pastries.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To express thoughts or ideas using spoken words; to communicate verbally with someone.


Example

She loves to talk about her favorite books.


Tense Forms

Past: talked

Past Participle: talked


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you get a chance to talk to Sarah about the project?
Sloth B
Not yet, but I plan to reach out to her later today.
Sloth A
You should definitely talk to her; she has some great ideas.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

The word 'talk' originates from Old English 'tale' (meaning a narrative or story) and is related to the verb 'tellan' (meaning to tell). It describes the act of telling or narrating something verbally.

Memory Tip

Think of 'telling' a story, as 'talk' means to verbally share or narrate something.

Visually Confused Words
taluk
talak
stalk
tal
alk
taluka
talcky
stalky
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Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
discussion
dialogue
conversation
Antonyms
silence
quiet
reticence
I will! I think it will really help us move forward.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
discuss
converse
articulate
Antonyms
silence
mumble
whisper