Significado
To speak with another person.
Contexto cultural
Americans often use 'talk to' for everything. It is very direct and common in both business and social life. In the UK, 'have a word with' is a common, slightly more nuanced alternative to 'talk to'.
The 'L' is silent
Remember that the 'l' in 'talk' is not pronounced. It sounds like 'tock'.
Significado
To speak with another person.
The 'L' is silent
Remember that the 'l' in 'talk' is not pronounced. It sounds like 'tock'.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.
I need to talk ____ my supervisor.
The standard collocation is 'talk to'.
Which sentence is more natural?
Choose the best option.
'Talked at' implies lecturing, while 'talked to' implies conversation.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
2 ejerciciosI need to talk ____ my supervisor.
The standard collocation is 'talk to'.
Choose the best option.
'Talked at' implies lecturing, while 'talked to' implies conversation.
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Preguntas frecuentes
1 preguntasNo, it is acceptable, especially in American English, but 'talk to' is more common.
Frases relacionadas
Speak to
synonymFormal version of talk to.
Have a chat
similarFriendly conversation.
Talk it over
builds onDiscuss a problem.
