Verbs for Communication

to use one's voice to express a particular feeling or thought

He spoke about his experiences during the meeting.

to tell someone about the feelings or ideas that we have

He talked to his friend about his recent breakup.

to use words and give someone information

Did he tell you about the new project?

to use words and our voice to show what we are thinking or feeling

He was saying that he wanted to quit his job and travel the world.

to exchange information, news, ideas, etc. with someone

She communicates effectively with her team members.

the place where someone lives or where something is sent

He memorized his girlfriend's address by heart.

to be clearly understood or communicated

The comedian's humor doesn't always get across to everyone in the audience.

to engage in a conversation with someone

During the event, people gathered to converse about various topics of interest.

to have a casual and light conversation without sharing a lot of information

As they waited for the meeting to start, colleagues confabulated about their weekend plans.

to share an idea with someone and get their thoughts or opinions

We should bounce the concept off the client before finalizing the design.

to suddenly say something, especially in a rude or surprising way

During the meeting, Sarah came out with a bold criticism of the project, catching everyone off guard.

to provide a spoken or written description of an event, story, etc.

She stood in front of the class to narrate her experience during the summer vacation.

to speak formally and at length, especially in a public setting

The presidential candidates orated passionately about their visions during the debates.

to describe an event, experience, etc to someone in a detailed manner

The historian chose to recount the tale of the ancient civilization's rise and fall.

to communicate with others, particularly while spending time with them

In the workshop, participants were encouraged to interact with each other to foster collaboration.

to ask someone questions to see whether they are qualified for a course of study, job, etc.

The admissions committee will interview each candidate to determine their qualifications for the program.

to send and receive messages on an online platform

She enjoys chatting with her friends late into the night.

to chat casually for an extended period, often in a lively manner

After not seeing each other for years, they sat on the porch and gossiped, eager to gab about their lives.

to have a casual conversation, often involving gossip

The friends sat on the porch, sipping lemonade, and began to natter about the latest trends in fashion and entertainment.

to talk quickly and a lot about unimportant and idiotic things

The students chattered happily in the hallway after the announcement of a surprise field trip.

to engage in casual or idle conversation

As they sat around the campfire, they chaffered late into the night, sharing stories and laughter.

to talk a lot about unimportant things and in a way that may seem foolish

During the long car ride, the toddler prattled on about imaginary friends and adventures.