talking
/tɔːk/ (bre, ipa) · [tˈɔkɪŋ] /tɑːk/ (ame, ipa) · [tˈɔkɪŋ] /ˈtȯk/ (ame, mw)
talking — 動詞
- talkingpresent simple I / you / we / they
- talkings3rd person singular
- talkinging-ing form
- talkingedpast simple
1. to produce words with your voice so that another person can hear and understand
說話
發出聲音與人溝通
to produce words with your voice so that another person can hear and understand you.
The children were talking so loudly that the librarian asked them to be quiet.
孩子們說話太大聲，圖書館員請他們安靜一點。
talking + adverb of manner
I could hear someone talking on the phone in the next hotel room.
我可以聽到隔壁旅館房間裡有人在講電話。
talking + on + device
Otis kept talking during the film, which annoyed everyone around him.
Otis 看電影時一直講話，讓周圍的人很困擾。
Shanti was talking to herself while cooking, and her flatmate found it amusing.
Shanti 做飯時自言自語，她的室友覺得很有趣。
- speaking
more formal; can refer to using a language or giving a speech
- chatting
more informal; suggests friendly, casual conversation
- conversing
more formal; suggests a two-way exchange
- listening
the opposite communicative action
文法句型
talking + to/with + someone
talking + about + something
talking + on + device
用法筆記
In this sense, talking is simply the physical act of speaking. It does not imply that a specific subject or serious discussion is involved. Use the pattern 'talking to/with someone' when referring to the listener, and 'talking about something' for the topic.
常見錯誤
2. to have a conversation with someone in order to settle a problem, end a disagree
溝通；商談
透過對話解決分歧
to have a conversation with someone in order to settle a problem, end a disagreement, or find a solution together.
The couple spent the whole evening talking through their differences.
那對伴侶花了整個晚上溝通彼此的分歧。
talking + through + difficulty
We need to sit down and start talking about how to solve this budget problem.
我們需要坐下來好好討論如何解決這個預算問題。
talking + about + solution
After months of not speaking, the brothers finally started talking again.
兄弟倆好幾個月不講話，後來終於又開始溝通。
The neighbors are talking about building a shared fence to settle their dispute.
鄰居們正在討論合建一道圍牆來解決他們的糾紛。
- discussing
more formal; focuses on exchanging ideas rather than resolving conflict
- negotiating
more formal; implies formal bargaining with clear positions
- ignoring
avoiding addressing the problem
文法句型
talking + about + problem
talking + through + issue
talking + things + over
用法筆記
This sense is often used in the context of relationships or conflicts. 'Talking through' a problem means discussing it in detail, while 'talking about' simply means raising the topic. This sense emphasizes the goal of reaching understanding or agreement.
常見錯誤
3. to exchange thoughts or opinions with someone about a specific topic or area of
討論
就某個主題交換意見
to exchange thoughts or opinions with someone about a specific topic or area of interest.
Élise and Sofia were talking about their plans for the summer break.
Élise 和 Sofia 正在討論暑假的計劃。
talking + about + topic
The guests spent the whole dinner talking politics and current events.
客人們在晚餐時全程都在討論政治和時事。
talking + [subject] — transitive use
Roya's parents were talking of moving to the countryside after retirement.
Roya 的父母在談到退休後搬到鄉下的事。
Madison and Christopher spent the whole train ride talking about their favorite films.
Madison 和 Christopher 在火車上聊了一路他們最喜歡的電影。
- discussing
more formal; often implies a more structured exchange
- mentioning
means bringing up a topic briefly, not discussing at length
文法句型
talking + about + topic
talking + politics/sports/business
talking + of + someone/something
用法筆記
This sense is broader than sense 2 — it describes any exchange of ideas on a topic, not necessarily related to a problem. When used transitively (e.g., 'talking politics'), the subject noun follows directly without a preposition. This pattern is common with subjects like sports, business, music, or food.
常見錯誤
4. to speak to a group of people in an organized way about a particular topic, usua
演講
對群眾發表非正式演說
to speak to a group of people in an organized way about a particular topic, usually in a less formal setting than a traditional lecture.
Dr. Obi will be talking about renewable energy at the community center next Thursday.
Obi 博士下週四將在社區中心談論可再生能源。
talking + about + topic + at + venue
Christopher is talking to the local history group about his research on old maps.
Christopher 正在對當地歷史社團講述他關於古地圖的研究。
talking + to + audience + about + subject
Sivan is talking at the education conference about new ways to teach reading.
Sivan 將在教育研討會上談論新的閱讀教學方法。
The professor enjoyed talking to first-year students about ocean ecosystems.
那位教授很喜歡對大一新生講述海洋生態系統的知識。
- lecturing
implies a more formal, academic setting
- presenting
suggests using slides or visual aids
文法句型
talking + to/at + audience + about/on + subject
用法筆記
This sense overlaps with noun sense 4. The verb form emphasizes the action of delivering the talk, while the noun form treats the talk as an event. 'Talking on' a subject is slightly more formal than 'talking about.'
talking — 名詞
1. the activity of speaking with someone; an exchange of words, thoughts, or inform
交談
人們說話的活動
the activity of speaking with someone; an exchange of words, thoughts, or information between people.
There was a lot of talking in the hallway while students waited for their exam results.
學生們在走廊上等待考試成績時，現場有不少交談聲。
uncountable noun: a lot of talking
All this talking has made me thirsty — let us take a break.
一直說話讓我口渴了——我們休息一下喝點水吧。
The librarian held up her hand to signal that talking was not allowed in the reading room.
圖書館員舉起手示意閱覽室內禁止交談。
The constant talking in the office made it hard for Madison to focus on her report.
辦公室裡不斷的交談聲讓 Madison 很難專心寫報告。
- conversation
countable and more structured; implies two or more people exchanging ideas
- chat
more informal; suggests light, friendly talking
- silence
the absence of speech
文法句型
a lot of talking
some talking
all this talking
用法筆記
Used as an uncountable noun to describe the general activity or instance of speaking. It is not used with 'a' (❌ 'a talking') except in specific fixed expressions like 'a talking-to.' Use 'some talking' or 'a lot of talking' instead.
常見錯誤
2. informal conversation about other people's private lives or about events that ma
閒話；謠傳
關於他人的非正式八卦
informal conversation about other people's private lives or about events that may not be true; rumors or gossip.
There has been a lot of talking in the office about who might get the manager position.
辦公室裡有很多關於誰會接任經理職位的傳言。
a lot of talking about + topic
Most of what you hear around the office is idle talking, so take it with a pinch of salt.
你在辦公室裡聽到的大多是無聊的閒話，聽聽就好，別當真。
collocation: idle talking
All the talking about the merger has made employees anxious about their jobs.
關於合併的種種傳言讓員工對自己的工作感到焦慮。
The talking in the neighborhood was that a famous musician had moved in.
鄰里間流傳著一位知名音樂家搬進來的說法。
- facts
verified information as opposed to rumor
文法句型
talking + about + someone
idle talking
a lot of talking
用法筆記
This sense carries a slightly negative tone — it suggests the talking may be based on rumor or may not be serious. 'Idle talking' means conversation without purpose or substance, often about others' affairs.
3. serious discussions between groups, organizations, or countries aimed at reachin
會談；談判
正式協商以達成協議
serious discussions between groups, organizations, or countries aimed at reaching an agreement or making a decision.
The talking between the two companies broke down after neither side would compromise on price.
兩家公司之間的談判因為雙方都不願在價格上讓步而破裂。
talking between + groups
Peace talks resumed in Geneva after a brief break for the winter holidays.
日內瓦的和平會談在短暫的寒假休息後重新展開。
compound: peace talks
High-level talks on trade policy are scheduled to begin next month.
關於貿易政策的高階會談預計下個月舉行。
The talking between management and the union lasted late into the night.
管理階層與工會之間的協商一直進行到深夜。
- negotiations
more formal and precise; the standard term for formal bargaining
- discussions
slightly less formal than negotiations, but still serious
文法句型
talks between X and Y
talks on + topic
peace talks
用法筆記
In this meaning, 'talking' is often used in the plural form 'talks' (e.g., 'peace talks', 'trade talks'). The singular 'talking' here refers to the process as a whole. 'Talks' is far more common than 'talking' in formal negotiation contexts.
常見錯誤
4. a spoken presentation delivered to an audience to share knowledge or information
講座
非正式的知識分享演說
a spoken presentation delivered to an audience to share knowledge or information on a specific topic.
Dr. Obi gave a fascinating talk on the history of traditional Japanese pottery.
Obi 博士做了一場關於傳統日本陶器歷史的精彩講座。
give + a talk + on + subject
The museum is hosting a talk on ancient navigation techniques next Saturday afternoon.
博物館下週六下午將舉辦一場關於古代航海技術的講座。
hosting + a talk
Xiu shared her experience during a short talk about her volunteer work with children in Vietnam.
Xiu 做了一場簡短的講座，分享她在越南與兒童一起從事志工服務的經驗。
Pim attended a talk on how to start a small online business.
Pim 參加了一場關於如何創辦小型網路商店的講座。
- talk
more common than 'talking' for this meaning
- lecture
more formal and academic in tone
- presentation
often implies visual aids or slides
文法句型
a talk + on + subject
give a talk
用法筆記
This sense overlaps with verb sense 4. The noun form refers to the talk as an event rather than the action of delivering it. This usage is less formal than 'lecture' and usually implies the audience can ask questions or join the discussion afterwards.