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Blabber

Part of Speech

Verb, Noun

Pronunciation

/ˈblæb.ər/

Definitions

  1. Verb: To talk excessively or indiscreetly, often revealing secrets or unnecessary details.
  2. Noun: Someone who talks excessively or reveals secrets.

Usage Examples

  • Stop blabbering about things you don't understand.
  • He’s such a blabber; he can’t keep a secret.

Etymology

Derived from Middle English blabben, with influences from Dutch blabbelen, both reflecting the sound of idle or excessive talking.

Synonyms

  • Babble
  • Prattle
  • Chatter
  • Blather

Antonyms

  • Be silent
  • Conceal
  • Suppress
  • Withhold

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
SpanishParlotear/paɾ.loˈte.aɾ/
FrenchBavarder/ba.vaʁ.de/
GermanPlappern/ˈpla.pɐn/
Hindiबकबक करना/bək.bək ˈkər.na/
Marathiबडबड करणे/bəɖ.bəɖ ˈkəɾ.ɳe/
Tamilவாயாடுதல்/ʋaː.jaːɖʊðəl/
Teluguబడబడ మాట్లాడటం/bə.də.bə.də maː.tlaː.ɖa.ʈəm/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

American English /ˈblæb.ər/ and British English /ˈblæb.ə/ differ slightly in the enunciation of the ending syllable.

Historical Usage

The word "blabber" has been used since the late Middle Ages to describe indiscreet or excessive talkers, with its meaning remaining consistent over centuries.

Cultural Nuances

Blabbering is often frowned upon in professional or formal settings but may be accepted or even humorous in informal contexts. Different cultures value discretion to varying extents, influencing the perception of blabbering.

More Information

The act of blabbering can serve social functions, such as breaking the ice or sharing information, though it is often associated with thoughtlessness. Linguists note that "blabber" has maintained its onomatopoeic roots, symbolizing the nature of incessant or meaningless talk. In literature and media, blabbering characters are often depicted as comedic or naive.

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