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Definition
Long-winded, nagging, or talkative.
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How it's used
This term specifically targets speech that is repetitive, circular, or unnecessarily detailed to the point of being annoying. It carries a stronger sense of irritation than just being talkative, implying that the speaker is wasting the listener's time with trivialities. It is almost exclusively used to describe someone's speaking style rather than the content itself.
Examples
He is so long-winded; I don't even know what he wants after listening.
Can you please not be so long-winded?
Related words
Common phrases
to speak in a long-winded way
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 囉唆, which is a much more common and versatile term for nagging or being fussy. 譖趙 is more specific to the tedious, rambling nature of the speech itself rather than the act of pestering someone to do something.
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