私語

private conversation, whispering

ɕ i ɡ o̞

私 I, me + 語 word, term

noun Rare #41,845

private conversation, whispering Often refers to talking quietly when one is expected to remain silent, such as in class or during a meeting.

JA: 授業中の私語はやめてください。

EN: Please stop talking during class.

No talking!

— 鶴は翔んでゆく (1957)

Stop talking among yourselves and listen.

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