adjective HSK 4
Traditional 多話
talkative · chatty · to talk too much
Meaning
多话 describes someone who talks excessively or says more than necessary. It often carries a slightly negative connotation, suggesting the person is overly talkative or speaks when they should remain quiet. The literal meaning combines 多 (many/much) with 话 (words/speech).
Usage
This term is commonly used to describe people who are verbose or can't keep quiet. It's often used in mild criticism or self-deprecating humor. Parents might tell children 不要多话 (don't talk so much) when they want them to be quieter. In formal contexts, more neutral terms like 健谈 (good at conversation) might be preferred for positive talkative qualities.
Examples
- 01他平时不多话，但一谈起足球就停不下来。, .He's usually not talkative, but once he starts talking about soccer he can't stop.
- 02妈妈告诉我在客人面前不要太多话。.Mom told me not to talk too much in front of guests.
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Common collocations
- 不要多话don't talk so much
- 这个人很多话this person is very talkative
- 多话的人a talkative person
Antonyms
Origin
A straightforward compound combining 多 (many) and 话 (words) to literally mean 'many words' or 'much talk'.