B1adjectiverelationshipspsychology
US/ˈtɔː.kə.tɪv/
UK/ˈtɔː.kə.tɪv/
liking to talk a lot
In context
My little sister is very talkative and never stops asking questions.
He was unusually talkative at dinner because he was so excited.
Talkative students can make it hard for others to concentrate in class.
Words that go with talkative
adverb + adjective
- very talkativeHer new neighbor is very talkative.
- unusually talkativeTom seemed unusually talkative today.
- naturally talkativeSome children are naturally talkative.
adjective + noun
- talkative childA talkative child may need help learning to listen.
- talkative guestThe talkative guest kept everyone at the table laughing.
adjective + preposition
- talkative aboutHe is never talkative about his job.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
talkactiveCorrect: talkative