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Talkatively: meaning, definitions and examples

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talkatively

 

[ ˈtɔːkətɪvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of speaking

Talkatively describes the behavior of someone who speaks a lot or enjoys conversing. This adverb implies a tendency to engage in dialogue, often at great length or with enthusiasm. It suggests an outgoing personality or a social nature. People who communicate talkatively may do so in various contexts, such as during casual conversations, storytelling, or discussions.

Synonyms

garrulously, loquaciously, volubly

Examples of usage

  • She expressed her excitement talkatively at the party.
  • He talked talkatively about his travels, capturing everyone's attention.
  • The children chatted talkatively while playing in the park.

Translations

Translations of the word "talkatively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 faladoramente

🇮🇳 बातचीत में

🇩🇪 gesprächig

🇮🇩 berbicara

🇺🇦 балакуче

🇵🇱 gadulasty

🇯🇵 おしゃべりな

🇫🇷 bavardement

🇪🇸 habladoramente

🇹🇷 konuşkan bir şekilde

🇰🇷 수다스럽게

🇸🇦 بكثرة الكلام

🇨🇿 mluvný

🇸🇰 rozprávačsky

🇨🇳 谈话地

🇸🇮 pogovorno

🇮🇸 talar mikið

🇰🇿 әңгімелескішіл

🇬🇪 საუბრობლურად

🇦🇿 söhbətcil

🇲🇽 habladoramente

Etymology

The word 'talkatively' has its origins in the Middle English term 'talken', which is derived from the Old English 'tæcan' meaning 'to tell' or 'to speak'. The suffix '-ively' was added to create the adverb form. As language evolved, 'talk' became associated with casual or informal conversation, emphasizing the act of speaking freely and at length. The prefix 'ta-' reflects a connection to storytelling and the sharing of experiences, while the '-katively' part conveys an ongoing action or manner, indicating a habitual tendency to engage in dialogue. Over time, 'talkatively' has grown in use to characterize individuals who are naturally chatty or verbose in their communication style, often seen in social settings or informal discussions.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,556, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.