talkative
word
Definition
Someone who is talkative likes to talk a lot and enjoys chatting with others.
Usage & Nuances
'Talkative' is neutral or slightly informal—can be kind or critical, depending on tone. Common collocations: 'very talkative', 'a talkative child'. Not as negative as 'chatty' or 'gossipy'.
Spanish: hablador - habladoraPortuguese (BR): falantePortuguese (PT): falador - faladoraChinese (Simplified): 健谈Chinese (Traditional): 健談Hindi: बातूनीArabic: ثَرثارBengali: বাকপটু - কথা বেশি বলেRussian: разговорчивыйJapanese: おしゃべりなVietnamese: nói nhiềuKorean: 말이 많은Turkish: konuşkanUrdu: باتونیIndonesian: banyak bicara - cerewet
Example Sentences
Don't mind him – he's just naturally talkative.
natural
My little sister is very talkative.
basic
He is a talkative student in class.
basic
Sam becomes talkative when he is excited.
basic
She was so talkative at the party, everyone noticed her.
natural
Sometimes being talkative helps you make friends quickly.
natural