French translation of talking is 
parler

Meaning of "talking" in English

The word "talking" in English refers to the act of verbal communication, typically involving two or more individuals exchanging information, ideas, or thoughts through spoken words. It encompasses a range of speech activities, from casual conversations to formal discussions. The term can also imply expressing oneself aloud or engaging in a dialogue with another person. Beyond its literal sense, "talking" may sometimes metaphorically describe non-verbal communication, such as body language or gestures, which "speak" to others.

Meaning of "parler" in French

In French, "parler" means to talk or speak. It involves using spoken language to convey thoughts, ideas, or information, usually between two or more people. "Parler" can describe different contexts, from informal chat to more formal discussions or speeches. The verb is central to communication and is often used to express one's opinions, engage in discussions, or simply convey emotions verbally. Much like its English counterpart, it captures the essence of verbal interaction.

Pronunciation of "talking" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈtɔː.kɪŋ/

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, "talking" often sounds like /ˈtɑː.kɪŋ/, whereas in British English, it is pronounced /ˈtɔː.kɪŋ/. Variations may occur depending on the speaker's accent or regional dialects.

Pronunciation of "parler" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /paʁ.le/

Pronunciation Variations: In standard French, "parler" is pronounced as /paʁ.le/. Regional accents in France may slightly alter the pronunciation, such as in southern France, where the 'r' might be softer or less pronounced.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. I was talking to my friend yesterday. (J'ai parlé à mon ami hier.)
2. Are you talking about the meeting? (Parles-tu de la réunion?)
3. They were still talking when I arrived. (Ils parlaient encore quand je suis arrivé.)
4. She enjoys talking on the phone for hours. (Elle aime parler au téléphone pendant des heures.)
5. We are talking about our vacation plans. (Nous parlons de nos projets de vacances.)
6. He was talking so loudly that everyone heard. (Il parlait si fort que tout le monde a entendu.)
7. Talking to you always makes me feel better. (Parler avec toi me fait toujours me sentir mieux.)
8. The children are talking in the playground. (Les enfants parlent dans la cour de récréation.)
9. We were talking about movies yesterday. (Nous parlions de films hier.)
10. She stopped talking to listen to the music. (Elle a cessé de parler pour écouter la musique.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "talking" in English

Synonyms: chatting, conversing, speaking, communicating, discussing, dialoguing, chattering, yakking, gabbing, confabulating.

Antonyms: silence, quiet, stillness, muteness, hush, calmness, -

Similar Words: interacting, verbalizing, articulating, voicing, expressing, dialoguing, narrating, elaborating, phrasing, addressing.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "parler" in French

Synonyms: converser, discuter, bavarder, communiquer, dialoguer, causer, échanger, discuter, dialoguer.

Antonyms: silence, taire, mutisme, silence.

Similar Words: exprimer, articuler, verbaliser, dire, communiquer, discuter, converser, bavarder, dialoguer, échanger.

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