harping

word · lemma: harp

Definition

'Harping' means talking about something repeatedly, especially in a way that annoys others. It often refers to complaining or focusing too much on one issue.

Usage & Nuances

Often used negatively, as in 'harping on (about) something.' Common collocations: 'harping on the same point,' 'harping about the past.' It implies annoyance or impatience from listeners. The verb 'harp' on its own also means to play the harp instrument, but 'harping' in this sense refers only to repetitive talking.

Spanish: insistiendo (en un tema) - machacar (con un tema)Portuguese (BR): insistindo (em um assunto) - bater (na mesma tecla)Portuguese (PT): insistir (num assunto) - bater (na mesma tecla)Chinese (Simplified): 一再强调（某事）Chinese (Traditional): 一再強調（某事）Hindi: बार-बार दोहराना (किसी बात को)Arabic: الإلحاح (في موضوع) - التكرار (في موضوع)

Example Sentences

He was harping on the need for change.

basic

I'm tired of my parents harping on my messy room.

natural

People are always harping on about how things used to be better.

natural

Can we move on instead of harping on this all night?

natural

She keeps harping on the same problem.

basic

Stop harping about your bad day.

basic