七嘴八舌 (qīzuǐ-bāshé) is an idiomatic expression describing a situation where many people talk at the same time, often creating a noisy or lively scene. It literally means "seven mouths and eight tongues," emphasizing the chaotic chatter.
Usage
- Used to describe noisy discussions or debates.
- Often appears in contexts like meetings, family gatherings, or classrooms.
Common Collocations
Nuance
This phrase conveys a sense of disorderly or enthusiastic talking, not polite or quiet conversation.
Avoid using it to describe calm or orderly discussions.
七嘴八舌 (qīzuǐ-bāshé) is an idiomatic expression describing a situation where many people talk at the same time, often creating a noisy or lively scene. It literally means "seven mouths and eight tongues," emphasizing the chaotic chatter.
Usage
- Used to describe noisy discussions or debates.
- Often appears in contexts like meetings, family gatherings, or classrooms.
Common Collocations
Nuance
This phrase conveys a sense of disorderly or enthusiastic talking, not polite or quiet conversation.
Avoid using it to describe calm or orderly discussions.
七嘴八舌 (qīzuǐ-bāshé) is an idiomatic expression describing a situation where many people talk at the same time, often creating a noisy or lively scene. It literally means "seven mouths and eight tongues," emphasizing the chaotic chatter.
Usage
- Used to describe noisy discussions or debates.
- Often appears in contexts like meetings, family gatherings, or classrooms.
Common Collocations
Nuance
This phrase conveys a sense of disorderly or enthusiastic talking, not polite or quiet conversation.
Avoid using it to describe calm or orderly discussions.