talk

Definitions

1. verb

   To speak with someone and share ideas.

   Examples

   • Let's sit down and talk.
   • I talked with my neighbor for an hour.
2. verb

   To discuss a subject.

   Examples

   • They sat down to talk business.
   • That is enough about work, let's talk about the holidays.
3. verb

   To speak a certain language.

   Examples

   • We talk French sometimes.
   • They talk Spanish at home.
4. verb

   Used to stress how big or important something is.

   Examples

   • They are talking big money.
   • We are not talking rocket science here, so it should be easy.
5. verb

   To tell secrets to the police or others, often about other people.

   Examples

   • What if he talks?
   • You can trust her not to talk.
6. verb

   To criticize someone for a fault that you also have.

   Examples

   • I am not the one to talk.
   • She is a fine one to talk.
7. verb

   To gossip or spread rumors.

   Examples

   • People will talk.
   • Aren't you afraid the neighbors will talk?
8. verb

   To say one thing but act in a different way.

   Examples

   • He talks about equality but treats his staff badly.
   • She talks about kindness but never helps anyone.
9. verb

   To say something because of a feeling or influence.

   Examples

   • That is not like you. It is just your anger talking.
   • Don't listen to him, it's the stress talking.
10. noun

    A conversation, often a serious but informal one.

    Examples

    • We need to have a talk about your homework.
    • Let's have a quick talk before the meeting starts.