Now you’re talking

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phrase

Used to express agreement, approval, or encouragement.

So you'll bake the pie and I'll churn the ice cream? Now you're talking!
Visual representation of "now you’re talking" - Used to express agreement, approval, or encouragement

Often appears as...

  • now you're talking sense
  • now you're talking my language

Usage tips

Colloquial, Approving

phrase

Used to express agreement, approval, or encouragement.

So you'll bake the pie and I'll churn the ice cream? Now you're talking!
Visual representation of "now you’re talking" - Used to express agreement, approval, or encouragement

Often appears as...

  • now you're talking sense
  • now you're talking my language

Usage tips

Colloquial, Approving

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "now you’re talking"
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Positive Change

Used when someone makes a suggestion you agree with after a less appealing one.

Illustration for Positive Change
First, you said let’s eat salad, but pizza for dinner? Now you’re talking!
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Enthusiasm Boost

Shows sudden increase in interest or excitement about what is being discussed.

Illustration for Enthusiasm Boost
A road trip instead of flying? Now you're talking!
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Encouraging Ideas

Encourages creative or positive ideas in a conversation.

Illustration for Encouraging Ideas
You suggest going to the beach after exams? Now you’re talking!
Visual representation of the word "Now you’re talking"

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