Prattler: meaning, definitions and examples

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prattler

 

[ ˈpræt.lər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in conversation

A person who talks at length in a foolish or inconsequential way.

Synonyms

blabbermouth, chatterbox, gabber

Examples of usage

  • She was considered a prattler by her colleagues.
  • The prattler in the group never seemed to run out of things to say.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

A person who gossips or spreads rumors.

Synonyms

gossip, rumormonger, tattler

Examples of usage

  • Don't listen to that prattler, they always twist the truth.
  • The prattler enjoys stirring up drama with their gossip.

Translations

Translations of the word "prattler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tagarela

🇮🇳 बकबक करने वाला

🇩🇪 Schwätzer

🇮🇩 pengoceh

🇺🇦 базіка

🇵🇱 gaduła

🇯🇵 おしゃべりな人

🇫🇷 bavard

🇪🇸 parlanchín

🇹🇷 geveze

🇰🇷 수다쟁이

🇸🇦 ثرثار

🇨🇿 tlachal

🇸🇰 táraj

🇨🇳 话痨

🇸🇮 klepetulja

🇮🇸 málglaður

🇰🇿 сөйлегіш

🇬🇪 ჭუკჭუკა

🇦🇿 çərənçi

🇲🇽 parlanchín

Etymology

The word 'prattler' originated in the late 16th century, derived from the Middle Low German word 'pratelen' meaning 'to chatter'. Over time, it evolved to describe someone who talks at length in a foolish or inconsequential way, often with a negative connotation. The term has been used to refer to both idle chatterers and gossipers, highlighting the tendency of some individuals to engage in frivolous or malicious talk.

See also: prattling.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,168, 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.