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    Parle (en. Speak)

    /paʁl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To produce articulated sounds to communicate.
    I speak several languages.
    Je parle plusieurs langues.
    To express an opinion or a feeling.
    She speaks passionately about her favorite subject.
    Elle parle avec passion de son sujet préféré.
    To have a conversation.
    We often talk about our childhood.
    Nous parlons souvent de notre enfance.
    To declare something.
    He speaks on behalf of the entire team.
    Il parle au nom de toute l'équipe.
    To refer to something.
    He talks about his favorite book.
    Il parle de son livre préféré.

    Etymology

    From the Latin verb 'parlare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    talk to me
    Express yourself, tell me what you feel.
    parle-moi
    to speak openly
    To discuss sincerely and frankly.
    parler à cœur ouvert
    to speak into the void
    To express oneself without being listened to.
    parler dans le vide
    speak more quietly
    To ask someone to speak in a lower voice.
    parle plus bas
    to talk about trivial matters
    To discuss mundane things without depth.
    parler de la pluie et du beau temps

    Related Words

    speaker
    A person who speaks, often eloquently.
    parleur
    word
    The right to speak, verbal expression.
    parole
    speaking
    Who speaks, often used to describe a speech.
    parlant

    Slang Meanings

    To chat informally.
    We can talk for nothing, you know?
    On peut parler pour ne rien dire, tu sais ?
    To discuss a light topic.
    We talk about tips and tricks among friends.
    On parle de trucs et astuces entre amis.