Meaning & Definition of word "Chitchat"

Chitchat

/ˈʧɪtˌʧæt/

noun:

  • 1. Casual conversation or light talk.
    • Example: They engaged in some chitchat while waiting for the meeting to start.
  • 2. Informal or trivial conversation.
    • Example: The chitchat at the party revolved around weekend plans and movie releases.
  • 3. Light or superficial talk.
    • Example: She enjoys a bit of chitchat with her neighbors during their morning walks.

verb:

  • 1. To engage in casual or informal conversation.
    • Example: They chitchatted about their favorite books over coffee.
  • 2. To talk casually or informally.
    • Example: After the presentation, everyone chitchatted happily.

Etymology

Origin unknown, likely formed from reduplication.

Common Phrases and Expressions

chitchat over coffee:

Engaging in light conversation while having coffee.

chit-chat session:

A period of casual conversation.

a little chitchat:

A brief informal conversation.

Related Words

gossip:

Casual or unconstrained conversation about others.

talk:

A conversation or discussion.

banter:

Playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks.

Slang Meanings of chitchat

Meaning: Chit: A brief note or message.

Example Sentence: I left a chit for him to call me.

Meaning: Chatty: Fond of chatting.

Example Sentence: She's very chatty and loves to chitchat.