talk excessively to someone · bore someone by talking too much
Ever been stuck in a conversation where someone just wouldn't stop talking? 😅 This expression is perfect for describing those loquacious legends who could talk for hours and hours, often without letting anyone else get a word in! 🗣️ It implies that the person talking is doing so for *so long* that it feels like they're literally 'talking off' your ear. Ouch! 👂
💡 **Pro-Tip:** While it sounds a bit dramatic, 'talk someone's ear off' is usually used in a lighthearted, slightly exaggerated way. You might say it about a friend who gets excited about a topic, or a family member who loves to tell long stories. It's rarely used to genuinely insult someone's talking habits, more like a fond (or slightly weary) observation! 😉
When would you most appropriately use the expression 'talk someone's ear off'? A. To describe a friend who loves to tell long, detailed stories. B. To politely ask someone to stop speaking in a formal meeting. C. To indicate that you are listening intently to someone.