Example: La película nueva va a dar que hablar en la ciudad.
Definition
"Dar que hablar" is a Spanish expression meaning to cause people to talk or gossip about something, typically because it is surprising, controversial, or noteworthy. For example, a movie that "da que hablar" will attract significant public attention and discussion.
Translations
to cause discussion
stof tot praten geven
donar que parlar
faire parler
für Gesprächsstoff sorgen
Etymology
The phrase "dar que hablar" literally translates to 'give to talk' in English. It originates from the idea of something providing material or reasons for people to talk about. This expression captures the social phenomenon of sparking conversation or debate, though its exact historical origin is uncertain.
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"Dar que hablar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (C1) - parte 1", containing 120 commonly used expressions.
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to cause discussion