Small Talk
Definition
(noun) Light conversation about unimportant topics, often used in social settings
Examples
“She’s good at making small talk with strangers.”
“Small talk at the dentist kept me calm.”
“I hate small talk before 8 a.m.”
“At the wedding, Ben made small talk with my aunt about the cake and the band.”
“We spent twenty minutes on small talk before anyone mentioned the rent.”
Related words
Other English words at this level include Conundrum, Zenith, Ephemeral, Mellifluous, and Quintessential. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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