Gossipping: meaning, definitions and examples

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gossipping

 

[ หˆษกษ’sษชpษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

social interaction

Gossipping refers to the act of engaging in casual or informal conversation about other people's private or personal affairs. This practice often involves sharing news, rumors, or secrets that may or may not be true. Gossipping can occur in various settings, such as with friends, family, or coworkers. While gossip can sometimes be harmless or entertaining, it can also lead to misunderstandings and conflicts. Typically considered a social activity, gossipping can influence relationships and perceptions among individuals.

Synonyms

chatter, chit-chat, rumor-mongering, tattle, whispering.

Examples of usage

  • They were gossipping about the latest rumors in the office.
  • She couldn't help but join in the gossipping during the party.
  • Gossipping can sometimes hurt friendships if taken too far.

Translations

Translations of the word "gossipping" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fofocar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคชเคถเคช เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช klatschen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bergosip

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะปั–ั‚ะบัƒะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ plotkowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใŠใ—ใ‚ƒในใ‚Šใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bavarder

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ chismear

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dedikodu yapmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆ˜๋‹ค๋ฅผ ๋–จ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ู…ูŠู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกeptat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ klevetaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้—ฒ่Š

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ klevetati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skvaldur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำ™าฃะณั–ะผะต ะฐะนั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฃแƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sohbet etmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ chismear

Etymology

The term 'gossip' has its origins in the Old English word 'godsibb', which referred to a person who acts as a godparent or someone who is close to the family. Over time, the word evolved and began to be associated with the notion of acquaintances and friends who share information about one another. By the 16th century, 'gossip' transformed into its modern meaning, which reflects the act of talking about others in a casual or informal manner. The related verb form, 'gossipping', likely emerged as a natural extension of this usage, capturing the essence of speaking about or spreading personal information without the subjects' knowledge or consent. The social dynamics surrounding gossip can be complex; while it can foster community and belonging, it can also lead to negative consequences like misinformation and hurt feelings.