Chat (en. Usapan)
/tʃæt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An informal conversation or exchange of ideas between two people.
We had a fun chat on the phone last night.
Nagkaroon kami ng masayang chat sa telepono kagabi.
A short conversation that often occurs informally.
The chat started with a simple question.
Nagsimula ang chat sa isang simpleng tanong.
Often refers to conversing with friends or acquaintances in an online manner.
Who is available for a chat today?
Sino ang available para sa chat ngayon?
Etymology
Originating from English.
Common Phrases and Expressions
let's chat
An invitation to communicate with each other via chat.
mag-chat tayo
Related Words
communication
The process of exchanging information between people.
komunikasyon
Slang Meanings
conversation or banter
It's more fun when we have a chat at night.
Mas masaya 'pag may chat tayo sa gabi.
chatting online
Where were you chatting earlier?
Saan ka naman nag-chat kanina?
gossip or informal talk
Do you want to chat about some gossip?
Gusto mo bang mag-chat ng mga chika?
chitchat
Our chatting was so much fun!
Ang saya ng daldalan namin sa chat!