quatschen

This is the 14839th most frequent German word.


quatschen

To chat or talk informally.


Usage of 'quatschen' here refers to informal chatting, typically among friends.

Wir haben gestern Abend lange gequatscht.

We chatted for a long time last evening.


Here, 'quatschen' implies talking unnecessarily or aimlessly.

Hör auf zu quatschen und mach deine Arbeit.

Stop babbling and do your work.


This use of 'quatschen' pertains to casual conversation that might be too loud.

Kannst du bitte mit deinen Nachbarn leiser quatschen?

Could you please chat quieter with your neighbors?