Chattered: meaning, definitions and examples

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chattered

 

[ ˈtʃætərd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

informal conversation

Chattered refers to the act of talking quickly and continuously, often about trivial matters. This verb is typically used to describe light, informal speech among people, characterized by a certain lack of seriousness. It often conveys a sense of friendliness or playfulness. Chattering can occur in social settings where people are relaxed and engaged in casual conversation.

Synonyms

babble, gossip, prattle, talk

Examples of usage

  • The children chattered excitedly during the school trip.
  • They chattered away about their weekend plans.
  • I could hear my friends chattering in the other room.

Translations

Translations of the word "chattered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tagarelou

🇮🇳 बातचीत की

🇩🇪 geschwatzt

🇮🇩 mengobrol

🇺🇦 балакали

🇵🇱 gadał

🇯🇵 おしゃべりした

🇫🇷 bavardé

🇪🇸 charló

🇹🇷 gevezeledi

🇰🇷 잡담했다

🇸🇦 ثرثر

🇨🇿 klábosil

🇸🇰 klábosil

🇨🇳 喋喋不休

🇸🇮 klepetal

🇮🇸 spjallaði

🇰🇿 сөйлесті

🇬🇪 ბოლოსი

🇦🇿 söhbət etdi

🇲🇽 charló

Word origin

The word 'chatter' originates from the Middle English term 'chateren,' which means to talk rapidly or to chatter. This term is derived from the Old English 'catteren' or 'catter,' referring to a quick or light conversation. Over time, the meaning has evolved to focus more on informal, social interactions, where the emphasis is on the manner and style of speaking rather than the substance of the conversation. The use of 'chatter' in English literature can be traced back to the 14th century, and it has maintained its relevance as a colloquial term for casual dialogue, especially in contexts involving friends or family. In modern usage, 'chatted' as a past tense form reflects the common social practice of informal communication, illustrating how language continues to adapt to the dynamics of human interaction.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,993, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.