talk about

verb
UK: /tɔːk əˈbaʊt/
US: /tɔːk əˈbaʊt/

  1. To discuss a particular topic.

    1. Let's talk about the weather. [ ] [ ]
    2. We need to talk about your behavior in class; it needs improvement. [ ] [ ]

  2. To give information or express ideas and feelings.

    1. We talk about our day. [ ] [ ]
    2. The article talks about the benefits of exercise and a balanced diet. [ ] [ ]

  3. To reveal information that should be kept secret.

    1. Don't talk about the party! [ ] [ ]
    2. If you talk about our plans, the surprise will be ruined for everyone. [ ] [ ]

  4. To consider or examine something.

    1. Let's talk about money. [ ] [ ]
    2. The meeting will talk about strategies to improve sales figures. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

discuss mention gossip chat
talk about idiom

  1. Used to express agreement or enthusiasm.

    1. Talk about fun! [ ] [ ]
    2. Talk about dedication! She studied for hours every night. [ ] [ ]

  2. Used to introduce a topic or subject.

    1. Talk about a mess! [ ] [ ]
    2. Talk about bad luck! First it rained, and then my car broke down. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "talk about" in English means: To discuss a particular topic., To give information or express ideas and feelings., To reveal information that should be kept secret., To consider or examine something..

The phonetic transcription of "talk about" is /tɔːk əˈbaʊt/ in British English and /tɔːk əˈbaʊt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "talk about": discuss, mention, gossip, chat.

Example usage of "talk about": "Let's talk about the weather.". More examples on the page.