talk at someone

Related to word: talk

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. to address someone without paying attention to their response or giving them a chance to contribute

    对人自言自语

    • During the meeting, he talked at us incessantly, completely disregarding our thoughts.

      在会议中,他滔滔不绝地对我们说话,完全忽视了我们的想法。

    • She always talks at me, preventing me from getting a word in.

      她总是滔滔不绝地对我说话,不让我插话。

    • At the family gathering, my uncle started to talk at everyone again, leaving no room for debate.

      在家庭聚会上,我叔叔又开始滔滔不绝地对每个人说话,不给大家讨论的空间。