Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
talk-quietly
verb phrase
/tɔːk ˈkwaɪətli/
Definition
To speak softly or in a hushed voice, often to avoid disturbing others or to maintain a sense of privacy.
Examples
- She had to talk quietly in the library to keep the noise down.
- They wanted to talk quietly so that they wouldn’t wake the baby.
Meaning
Talking in a low volume; communicating without raising one’s voice.
Synonyms
- whisper
- murmur
- speak softly
- hushed tones
