1. Ý Nghĩa
Chit-chat (n, v): các cuộc thảo luận, trò chuyện vụn vặt, thường không có bất kỳ mục đích cụ thể hay ý nghĩa sâu sắc nào.
Từ đồng nghĩa:
- Shoot the breeze
- Chew the fat
- Shoot the bull
2. Ví dụ/Examples
During the coffee break, the employees engaged in chit-chat about what they had planned for the weekend.
There was a lot of playful chit-chat, laughter, and spirited banter at the party.
While waiting to catch the bus, Sarah and Mary chit-chatted about their favorite TV series.
We spent hours chit-chatting about our adventures and swapping amusing stories.
Before class begins, a lot of students frequently excitedly chit-chat.
The nonstop noise of chit-chat filled the room as attendees enthusiastically mingled at the networking event.
Dylan: Hey, Lena! How was your weekend?
Lena: Oh, it was wonderful! I went trekking in the mountains and had a terrific time. So, how about you?
Dylan: Mine was good too. I unwinded at home and read some books. By the way, have you heard the latest chit-chat about the upcoming school event?
Lena: No, I haven’t. What’s all the buzz about?
Dylan: Well, word on the street is that there will be a surprise visit by a famous singer. Everyone is chattering with excitement to find out who it is.