話し言葉
Meanings
1
spoken language; colloquial speech
Refers to language as it is naturally spoken, including colloquial expressions, contractions, and informal grammar. Often contrasted with 書き言葉 (written language).
See also: 書き言葉
In spoken language, している often becomes してる.
This textbook introduces many colloquial expressions.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉を話し言葉で言うto say something in spoken/colloquial language
That expression changes when said in spoken language.
- 話し言葉と書き言葉を区別するto distinguish between spoken and written language
In Japanese, it's important to distinguish between spoken and written language.