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klatsch

/klahch, klach/US // klɑtʃ, klætʃ //

流言蜚语,闲聊,八卦,说话

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : a casual gathering of people, especially for refreshments and informal conversation: a sewing klatsch.

Examples

  • When the ladies assemble, let them hem these as a gift for the bride (for whom the kaffee klatsch is given) to take home with her.

  • There are some low-minded persons who call the whole ceremony a Klatsch—Kaffeeklatsch.

  • Germany originated the afternoon coffee function known as the kaffee-klatsch.

  • He seems to think that I ought to work, and not spend my life talking Klatsch.

  • The invitation is precisely the same as for teas, simply substituting the words "Kaffee Klatsch."

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