Definitions
v. To talk informally, in person or through electronic messages.
闲聊；网聊
n. A friendly, informal conversation.
闲聊；聊天
Example
We chatted about our weekend while waiting for the bus.
等公交车时，我们聊起了各自的周末。
Community gardens allow neighbours to chat regularly, helping them build stronger relationships and reduce social isolation.
社区花园让邻居能够经常闲聊，有助于加深彼此的关系，减少社交孤立。
Collocations
- chat with friends
- chat about work
- have a chat
- online chat
Word family
- chatty (adj.)
Synonyms
- talk
- converse
Usage tip
chat with人、about话题；过去式chatted双写t。
FAQ
- What does chat mean?
- To talk informally, in person or through electronic messages. A friendly, informal conversation.
- How is chat pronounced?
- UK /tʃæt/, US /tʃæt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
