talk

Middle English 'talken', from Old English 'talan', meaning to relate or tell.

NOUN (1)
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charla literal / conversación literal / discurso neutral / conferencia formal / concepto verbal untranslatable (No hay un equivalente directo en español que capture todas las connotaciones de 'talk'.)
Synonyms conversation neutral , discussion neutral , chat informal
Antonyms silence , quiet

A conversation, discussion, or an informal chat; it can also refer to a formal address or lecture given to an audience.

plural
talks
  • We had a long talk about our future plans. — This implies a serious discussion.
  • The professor gave an interesting talk on medieval history. — This refers to a lecture or presentation.
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VERB (1)
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hablar literal / charlar informal / discutir neutral / platicar informalregional / concepto verbal untranslatable (La palabra 'talk' como verbo no tiene una traducción única que abarque todos sus usos.)
Synonyms speak neutral , chat informal , discuss neutral
Antonyms listen , be silent

To communicate with others using spoken words; to express thoughts, feelings, or ideas through speech.

past past_participle present_participle
talked talked talking
  • Can we talk for a moment after the meeting? — A polite request to speak with someone.
  • He likes to talk about his adventures when he travels. — This means he enjoys sharing stories and experiences verbally.
  • The children were talking excitedly about their new toys. — This describes the act of speaking with enthusiasm.