Blab

usgb/blæb/
verb

To talk too much and carelessly, often sharing secrets.

She blabbed to everyone about her brother's surprise party.
Visual representation of "blab" - To talk too much and carelessly, often sharing secrets

Often appears as...

  • blab about
  • blab to

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Inadvertently Spilling

Blabbing often happens without the intention of causing harm but results in giving away information.

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I didn't mean to ruin the surprise; I just blabbed without thinking.
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Colloquial Usage

Use 'blab' in casual conversations rather than formal or written communication.

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I can't believe I blabbed about the new project in our casual lunch.
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Negatively Charged

'Blab' often carries a negative connotation, implying loose talk or indiscretion.

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She tends to blab when she's nervous, revealing more than she should.
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