blabbing
word · lemma: blab
Definition
Speaking carelessly or too much, especially by revealing information or secrets you should keep.
Usage & Nuances
"Blabbing" is informal, often negative, and usually implies talking too much or revealing secrets that should be kept. Frequently used as 'blabbing about' something. Distinct from 'chatting' or 'talking', which don't imply carelessness or secrecy.
Spanish: soltando la lengua - chismorreandoPortuguese (BR): falando demais - espalhando segredosPortuguese (PT): a falar demais - a contar segredosChinese (Simplified): 泄露秘密 - 唠唠叨叨Chinese (Traditional): 洩漏秘密 - 嘮嘮叨叨Hindi: बकवास करना - राज़ खोलनाArabic: يفشي الأسرار - يثرثر
Example Sentences
Stop blabbing our plans to everyone.
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He was blabbing about the surprise party.
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Please stop blabbing secrets at school.
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I can't believe you were blabbing to your friends again!
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If you keep blabbing, no one will trust you with anything important.
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Sorry, I wasn't blabbing on purpose—it just slipped out.
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