Prattler: meaning, definitions and examples
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prattler
[ ˈpræt.lər ]
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.
informal
A person who gossips or spreads rumors.
Synonyms
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
Word origin
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.