redselig

talkative, garrulous

adjective REDT-zay-likh Rare

Also means

chatty, loquacious

Usage Note

Redselig describes someone who talks at length, often more than necessary; slightly stronger than gesprächig and can carry a mildly critical undertone, suggesting the person talks too freely or without much substance.

Examples

"Der redselige Nachbar hielt uns eine halbe Stunde an der Tür auf."

Natural Translation

The garrulous neighbour kept us at the door for half an hour.

Literal Translation

The talkative neighbour held us a half hour at the door.

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