Habláis (en. You speak)

/aβˈlais/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of communicating or expressing thoughts and feelings through words.
In class, you (plural) talk about literature.
En clase, vosotros habláis sobre literatura.
The act of using a language to interact with others.
When you (plural) speak, people listen attentively.
Cuando habláis, la gente escucha atentamente.
Exchanging information between people.
You (plural) talk about your plans for the summer.
Vosotros habláis sobre vuestros planes para el verano.

Etymology

The verb 'hablar' comes from the Latin 'fabulari', which means 'to speak' or 'to converse'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

How are you (plural) speaking?
An expression used to ask about how someone is doing or how a conversation is going.
¿Qué tal habláis?
You (plural) speak among friends
It refers to an informal conversation among friends.
Habláis entre amigos
You (plural) talk a lot
Indicates that someone has the tendency to speak frequently.
Habláis mucho

Related Words

to speak
To perform the action of expressing and communicating through language.
hablar
to communicate
The act of exchanging information or ideas between people.
comunicarse
conversation
Verbal interaction between two or more people.
conversación

Slang Meanings

To speak in a carefree or relaxed manner.
When we are with friends, you (plural) always talk without shame.
Cuando estamos con amigos, siempre habláis sin vergüenzas.
To be in a heated discussion.
In the meeting, you (plural) speak as if you were in a debate.
En la reunión, habláis como si estuvieseis en un debate.