Definition
This four-character idiom (有说有笑) describes a lively scene where people are chatting and laughing together. It functions as a verb phrase, often used as a predicate or an adverbial modifier to convey a cheerful, relaxed atmosphere.
v.p.
talking and laughing (idiom)to be engaged in merry conversation
Examples
- ，有说有笑，。Dàjiā biān chī biān liáo, yǒu, qìfēn hěn hǎo.Everyone ate and chatted, talking and laughing — the atmosphere was great.
- 有说有笑。Jiàoshì lǐ chuán lái yǒu de shēngyīn.The sound of talking and laughter came from the classroom.
- 有说有笑。Tāmen liǎ yílùshàng yìzhí yǒu.The two of them were talking and laughing the whole way.
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