talk
word
/ˈtɔk/
tawk
/tˈɔːk/
tawk
Definition
To speak in order to give information or express ideas or feelings. It can also mean to have a conversation or discuss something.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in both formal and informal situations. Often combined with prepositions: 'talk about', 'talk to', 'talk with'. Can mean a simple conversation or a formal discussion. Avoid confusion with 'speak', which is often more formal or one-sided.
Spanish: hablar - conversarPortuguese (BR): falar - conversarPortuguese (PT): falar - conversarChinese (Simplified): 说话 - 谈话Chinese (Traditional): 說話 - 談話Hindi: बात करना - बातचीत करनाArabic: تحدث - يتكلمBengali: কথা বলাRussian: разговаривать - говоритьJapanese: 話すVietnamese: nói chuyện - nóiKorean: 이야기하다 - 말하다Turkish: konuşmakUrdu: بات کرناIndonesian: berbicara - ngobrol
Example Sentences
Can we talk for a minute? I have something important to say.
natural
She talks to her friends every day.
basic
We need to talk about your homework.
basic
He doesn't talk much in class.
basic
They were talking all night at the party.
natural
We should talk things over before deciding.
natural