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over koetjes en kalfjes praten — meaning in English

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English meaning

chatter noun Talk that goes on and on without saying much of substance.

Senses

over koetjes en kalfjes praten is used for these senses in English:

chatter (intransitive) To talk idly.
chit-chat (colloquial, intransitive) To engage in small talk, to discuss unimportant matters.

chatter — full definition

noun Talk that goes on and on without saying much of substance.
noun A rapid, rattling sound, as from vibration or teeth knocking together.
verb To talk quickly and casually about unimportant things.
verb To rattle or click rapidly, as teeth in the cold or a tool vibrating.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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