Chit-chat

usgb/ˈtʃɪt tʃæt/
noun

Friendly or idle talk.

I enjoyed a chit-chat with my best friend on a sunny day.
Visual representation of "chit-chat" - Friendly or idle talk

Often appears as...

  • have a chit-chat
  • engage in chit-chat

Usage tips

Informal

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Casual Interaction

Chit-chat is used for casual, informal conversations, usually not about serious topics.

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The colleagues enjoyed some chit-chat during their coffee break.
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Light-Hearted Tone

Chit-chat typically has a light-hearted, friendly tone and involves sharing personal anecdotes or news.

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At the family reunion, there was chit-chat about recent vacations and kids' activities.
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Not for Formality

Avoid chit-chat in formal situations where brevity and relevance are required, such as job interviews.

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During the formal meeting, he realized chit-chat was inappropriate.
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