Colloquial Definition & Meaning

colloquial
adjective
  1. characteristic of informal spoken language or conversation; "wrote her letters in a colloquial style"; "the broken syntax and casual enunciation of conversational English"

"Colloquial" in song lyrics

See how colloquial is used in real songs:

  • "And living the life of slang and colloquial"
    The Cross Movement — Hip-Hopcracy
  • "definition of colloquial"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "colloquial"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "colloquial" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for colloquial to find words that pair well.

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