Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

on talking terms

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.88 in modern English

Syllables: on talk-ing terms
IPA

21

Scrabble Score

14

Letters

2

Syllables

12

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

able to talk with someone, either in general or about the particular topic

prep_phrase

in agreement or harmony with (something)

prep_phrase

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see on, talking, terms.

Example Sentences

"They weren't on talking terms last time we saw them."
"It is more professional to accept differences, no matter what the grievance, and walk away on talking terms."
"We are on talking terms with him about his business."
"Reality and I were simply not on talking terms."
"After completing the last lesson, the student should be on “talking terms” with anyone who discusses the subject of algebra."

Questions

What does on talking terms mean?: able to talk with someone, either in general or about the particular topic

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