Synonyms for

Chatting

Verb / ˈtʃætɪŋ / Another word for chatting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Talking in a friendly and informal way.

Synonyms & similar words

confabulate gossip jaw chat natter chatter chaffer visit confab claver chitchat talking conversing communicating discussing gossiping jabbering prattling yakking blabbing jabbering nattering prattling rambling babbling chattering gabbing jibber-jabbering palavering rapping schmoozing

Synonyms by register

Formal

conversing discourse dialogue communication

Informal

talking gabbing nattering jawing shooting the breeze

Literary

parley confabulation

Antonyms

silence quiet listening attending observing holding back

Common collocations

  • chatting online
  • chatting with friends
  • chatting about life
  • chatting away
  • chatting idly
  • chatting casually
  • chatting over coffee

Word family

noun chat
verb chat
adjective chatty

Usage note

Chatting typically refers to informal, friendly conversation. While it can be used in slightly more formal contexts, it generally implies a relaxed register.

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Example sentences

  1. 1. My mom and I were chatting while walking in the park.
  2. 2. The girls were chatting about their favorite books.
  3. 3. He was chatting with his coworkers during lunch break.
  4. 4. They were chatting away, oblivious to the time.
  5. 5. She enjoyed chatting with her grandma on the phone.

Quotes

  • 1. "Chatting with one person is often easier than trying to make small talk with a crowd." - Marge Kennedy
  • 2. "I love chatting with people who don't know who I am. It's the best way to find out what people really think of you." - Russell Brand
  • 3. "People who keep dogs are cowards who haven't got the guts to bite people themselves." - August Strindberg

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