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blathered

 

[ ˈblæðərd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

informal speech

To blather means to talk about things in a nonsensical or foolish manner. It often implies a sense of rambling without much substance or clarity. When someone blathers, they may be chattering aimlessly and might not be making coherent points. This term is frequently used in informal contexts, where one person is perceived as wasting time or failing to communicate effectively.

Synonyms

babble, gossip, jabber, prattle

Examples of usage

  • She blathered on about her vacation plans.
  • He tends to blather when he gets nervous.
  • They were blathering about politics at the party.

Translations

Translations of the word "blathered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tagarelando

🇮🇳 बकवास करना

🇩🇪 geschwätzt

🇮🇩 berbicara omong kosong

🇺🇦 балакати

🇵🇱 paplać

🇯🇵 たわごとを言う

🇫🇷 bavarder

🇪🇸 hablar tonterías

🇹🇷 saçmalamak

🇰🇷 허튼소리를 하다

🇸🇦 يهراء

🇨🇿 tlachat

🇸🇰 zavádzať

🇨🇳 胡言乱语

🇸🇮 neumno govoriti

🇮🇸 tala kjaftæði

🇰🇿 бос сөз сөйлеу

🇬🇪 ბოდვარი

🇦🇿 boş-boş danışmaq

🇲🇽 hablar tonterías

Etymology

The word 'blather' is derived from the Scots language, where it means 'to talk foolishly or without purpose.' Its roots can be traced back to the 16th century, with the earliest uses relating to chatter or incessant talking. The gradual evolution of the term included variations in spelling and meaning influenced by social and cultural contexts in which it was used. As the term crossed into broader English usage, it retained its informal connotation of meaningless or trivial speech, often criticized for lack of depth or seriousness. By the 19th century, 'blather' had firmly established itself in colloquial English, particularly in discussions that highlight the absurdity or frivolity of the subject matter. This origin reflects the human tendency to engage in light-hearted banter or idle talk, particularly in social settings.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,113, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.