Communication Verbs

Question 1

Chat

… about something with someone

Answer 1

To have a quick, friendly, light conversation.

Example: I like to chat with my friends during lunch.

Question 2

Talk

… about something with someone

Answer 2

To have a conversation about light or serious topics.

Example: We need to talk about our weekend plans.

Question 3

Describe

… something to someone

Answer 3

To say what somethin is like; to give details.

Example: Can you describe your dream house?

Question 4

Explain

… something to someone

Answer 4

To give a reason or make something easier to understand.

Example: The teacher explained the rules of the game.

Question 5

Discuss

… something with someone

Answer 5

To talk in detail about something with others.

Positive context

Example: Let’s discuss our ideas for the science project.

Question 6

Share

… something with someone

Answer 6

To tell others your ideas or something personal.

Example: He shared his opinion with the class.