# chats

/ˈtʃæts/ (US) · /tʃˈæts/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/chats
Updated: 2026-08-08

## Senses

### 1. talking informally

verb · CEFR A2

to talk to someone in a friendly, relaxed way.

For teachers: to engage in informal, light conversation. This form is the third-person singular present tense.

- He often chats with his neighbours while he is gardening.
- The manager frequently chats with the staff during lunch breaks to maintain a positive and approachable atmosphere in the office.

Usage: Often used with the preposition 'to' or 'with'.

## Examples

- We had a quick chat about the weekend.
- She stopped by my desk for a quick chat before the meeting started.
- The evening dissolved into a series of comfortable chats about old memories and future plans.

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