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COLLOQUIAL

(adj.sat, noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Colloquial.

How to pronounce colloquial:

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Colloquial - as an adjective satellite

Characteristic of informal spoken language or conversation

Example: "Wrote her letters in a colloquial style"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conversational19

Colloquial - as a noun

A colloquial word or phrase, colloquialism

Colloquial - as an adjective

Denoting a manner of speaking or writing that is characteristic of familiar conversation, of common parlance; informal.

Example: "The colloquial and at times sarcastic tone of her books make her popular with teenagers."

Of or pertaining to a conversation; conversational or chatty.

Example Sentences

"The author uses a colloquial language style to engage with the readers."
"In informal settings, people tend to use colloquial expressions."
"The novel is written in a colloquial manner that reflects the characters' speech."
"The colloquial term 'wanna' is a contraction of 'want to'."
"The poet often incorporates colloquial phrases into her works."
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Word Game Points

Is COLLOQUIAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, colloquial is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COLLOQUIAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is COLLOQUIAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, colloquial is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COLLOQUIAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is COLLOQUIAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, colloquial is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COLLOQUIAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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