Japanese

おしゃべり

おしゃべり
Meaning: chatting; talkative
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Affirmative Negative
Present おしゃべり

Handwriting

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Example sentences

No chatting during class.
彼は普段は無口だが、お酒を飲むと急におしゃべりになる。
He is usually quiet, but when he drinks, he suddenly becomes talkative.
休憩時間に、同僚とおしゃべりをするのが楽しみだ。
I look forward to chatting with my colleagues during break time.

Usage Notes

Refers to idle talk or being a chatterbox. Often used as 'oshaberi suru' (to chat).

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