chatter
Translation
to chatter, to natter, to prattle
Examples
The children chattered excitedly in the classroom.
The children chattered excitedly in the classroom.
My teeth were chattering from the cold.
My teeth were chattering from the cold.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) chatter to talk quickly and continuously about unimportant things They chattered happily about their plans.
((one's teeth)) chatter to knock together continuously because you are cold or frightened His teeth chattered in the cold wind.
Similar Words
Synonyms: babble, prattle, jabber
Etymology
Of onomatopoeic origin, imitating the sound of rapid, indistinct speech or teeth knocking together.
Memory Tips
Think of the sound 'cha-cha-cha' for fast talking or the clicking sound of teeth.