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speak vs palaver

palaver vs speak

speak is not a noun while palaver is a noun.

speak and palaver both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
speak No No Yes No
palaver Yes No Yes No
As verbs, palaver is a hyponym of speak; that is, palaver is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than speak:
  • speak: express in speech
  • palaver: speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly
speak (noun) palaver (noun)
loud and confused and empty talk
flattery intended to persuade
speak (verb) palaver (verb)
express in speech have a lengthy discussion, usually between people of different backgrounds
exchange thoughts; talk with influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
use language speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly
give a speech to
make a characteristic or natural sound
Difference between speak and palaver

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