# talkative

/ˈtɔkətɪv/ (US) · /tˈɔːkətˌɪv/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/talkative
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

tending to speak a lot or to talk about many different things. You use this to describe someone who cannot keep quiet for long.

For teachers: tending to speak frequently or at length; characterized by a high volume of speech. Often used to describe a person's personality or a specific conversation's nature.

## Examples

- She is very talkative and always has a lot to say.
- The two friends sat on the porch for hours, enjoying their talkative conversation about their childhood.
- While some find his talkative nature to be a charming trait, others find it difficult to engage in deep, meaningful discussions when he dominates the conversation.

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