Which is correct:
"more talkative" or "talkitive"?

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more talkative

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'more talkative' when comparing two or more people to describe the person who talks more than the others.

Examples:

  • She is more talkative than her sister.
  • He became more talkative after the party started.

talkitive

This is not a standard English word. The correct term is 'talkative.'


Alternatives:

  • more chatty
  • more loquacious
  • more verbose
  • more garrulous
  • more voluble
The correct phrase is 'more talkative.' 'Talkative' is the correct adjective to describe someone who talks a lot, and when comparing two people, you use 'more' before the adjective to indicate a higher degree. 'Talkitive' is not a standard English word.

Last updated: March 24, 2024

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