Hablarse (en. To speak to each other)
/aβlˈaɾse/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To maintain a conversation or dialogue between people.
They talk to each other on the phone every day.
Ellos se hablan todos los días por teléfono.
To exchange ideas or information.
It is important to talk to each other to resolve issues.
Es importante hablarse para resolver los problemas.
To discuss or debate a topic.
Friends talk about their future plans.
Los amigos se hablan sobre sus planes futuros.
Etymology
From the verb 'hablar' with the reflexive pronoun 'se'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to speak plainly
To express something directly and without beating around the bush.
hablarse claro
to speak between the teeth
To speak in a low voice or inaudibly.
hablarse entre dientes
to speak informally
To use an informal address with someone.
hablarse de tú
Related Words
hablar
To express thoughts or feelings through speech.
hablar
conversar
To exchange words in a conversation.
conversar
comunicación
The act of conveying information between people.
comunicación
Slang Meanings
To talk a lot about a specific topic.
That girl talks about her trip as if it were the best in the world.
Esa chica se habla de su viaje como si fuera el mejor del mundo.
To gossip or speak ill of someone.
Don't tell her anything, because she only talks about negative things.
No le cuentes nada, porque solo se habla de cosas negativas.