Now you're talking Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈnaʊ/ /ˈjuɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈtɔkɪŋ

NOW-yer-TAW-king

UK

nˈaʊ/ /jɔː/ /tˈɔːkɪŋ

NOW-yaw-TAW-king

Definition

An informal way to say you agree with what someone just said, especially when you like their suggestion or idea. It's often used to show excitement or approval.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal; used in casual conversation when someone finally suggests something appealing or gets to a good point. Similar to 'That's more like it!' or 'Now we're getting somewhere.' Often shows excitement or relief.

• Spanish: ahora sí - eso sí me gusta
• Portuguese (BR): agora sim - aí você falou minha língua
• Portuguese (PT): agora sim - agora estás a falar bem
• Chinese (Simplified): 这就对了 - 这才像话
• Chinese (Traditional): 這就對了 - 這纔像話
• Hindi: अब बात बनी - अब सही कहा
• Arabic: الآن تتكلم بشكل جيد - هكذا يجب أن يكون الحديث
• Bengali: এবার কথা বলেছ - একদম ঠিক বলেছ
• Russian: вот это другое дело - вот теперь ты по делу говоришь
• Japanese: それはいいね - それは話がわかる
• Vietnamese: Được đấy - Ý này hay đấy
• Korean: 이제야 말이 통하네 - 이제야 제대로 말하네
• Turkish: işte şimdi oldu - bak şimdi konuşuyorsun
• Urdu: اب بات بنی - اب تم نے صحیح بات کی
• Indonesian: nah, itu baru benar - baru itu yang saya maksud

Example Sentences

A: Let's order pizza for dinner. B: Now you're talking!

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A: How about taking a day off tomorrow? B: Now you're talking.

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A: What if we watch your favorite movie tonight? B: Now you're talking!

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You want to give everyone Friday off? Now you're talking!

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Free dessert for everyone? Now you're talking!

natural

If you mean a beach vacation, now you're talking.

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