chat

[tʃæt]

chat Definition

• 1. an informal conversation between two or more people, in which news and ideas are exchanged
• 2. talk in a friendly and informal way

Using chat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I had a chat with my boss about the new project.

• Example

  We sat down and chatted for hours.

• Example

  Let's grab a coffee and have a chat.

• Example

  She chatted with her friends on the phone for hours.

chat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chat

• conversation
• discussion
• chitchat
• gossip
• talk

Antonyms for chat

• monologue
• soliloquy

Idioms Using chat

• chat someone's ear off

  to talk to someone for a long time, especially in a way that is boring or annoying

  Example

  I had to leave the party early because Jane was chatting my ear off.

• chat away

  to talk continuously and without stopping

  Example

  She chatted away on the phone for hours.

• chat someone up

  to talk to someone in a way that shows that you are sexually attracted to them

  Example

  He tried to chat her up at the bar.

Phrases with chat

• chat up

  talk to someone in a way that shows that you are sexually attracted to them

  Example

  He tried to chat her up at the bar.

• have a chat

  to talk to someone in a friendly and informal way

  Example

  Let's have a chat over coffee.

• chat show

  a television or radio programme in which famous people are asked questions about themselves and their work

  Example

  The Ellen Show is a popular chat show in the US.

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Summary: chat in Brief

The term 'chat' [tʃæt] refers to an informal conversation between two or more people, often involving the exchange of news and ideas. It can also mean to talk in a friendly and informal way. Examples include 'I had a chat with my boss about the new project,' and 'Let's grab a coffee and have a chat.' The phrase 'chat up' denotes talking to someone in a way that shows sexual attraction, while 'chat show' refers to a TV or radio program where famous people are interviewed.