Phrasal verbs starting with "talk"

To discuss a topic, or (as a fixed exclamation) to emphasize a striking example of something.

To discuss the periphery of a topic without addressing the main point, or (British English) to persuade someone through conversation.

To speak to someone in a one-sided way, without listening or allowing them to respond.

To respond rudely or disrespectfully to someone in authority, such as a parent or teacher.

To persuade someone in a dangerous or distressed situation to calm down, or to reduce a price through negotiation.

To speak to someone as though they are less intelligent or important than you, in a condescending way.

To persuade someone to do something through conversation.

To resolve a problem or conflict by discussing it openly and fully, or (British English) to use up parliamentary time to prevent a vote.

To persuade someone not to do something through conversation.

To discuss something carefully with someone, or to speak at the same time as someone else, drowning out their voice.

To fail to communicate because each speaker is addressing different points or assumptions.

To persuade someone to agree with you, or to discuss a topic without addressing it directly.

To explain or discuss something in detail, especially to help someone understand or to work out a problem together.

To speak to or have a conversation with someone, or to reprimand someone.

To speak aloud when alone, addressing oneself rather than another person.

To speak enthusiastically about something in order to make it sound better or more important.