loudmouth: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
B2Informal, slightly derogatory, colloquial.
Quick answer
What does “loudmouth” mean?
A person who talks too much, especially in a noisy, boastful, or indiscreet way.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A person who talks too much, especially in a noisy, boastful, or indiscreet way.
A person who habitually reveals secrets, expresses opinions loudly without consideration, or tries to dominate conversations in a disruptive manner.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Both varieties use the term identically in form and core meaning. No significant syntactic or morphological differences.
Connotations
Equally negative in both dialects. Possibly perceived as slightly more humorous or less harsh than direct insults like 'idiot'.
Frequency
Common and well-established in both varieties, with comparable frequency in informal contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “loudmouth” in a Sentence
[be] a loudmouth[call someone] a loudmouth[stop being] a loudmouth[dismiss someone as] a loudmouthVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “loudmouth” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The verb 'loudmouth' is not standard in British English.
American English
- The verb 'loudmouth' is non-standard; one might say 'He was loudmouthing about his new car.' but it is colloquial/rare.
adverb
British English
- No standard adverbial form. 'He talked loudmouthedly' is highly non-standard.
American English
- No standard adverbial form. 'He behaved loudmouthedly' is not accepted usage.
adjective
British English
- He's just another loudmouth pundit on the telly.
- We're tired of his loudmouth antics.
American English
- That loudmouth commentator gets on my nerves.
- It was another loudmouth opinion from a know-it-all.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Avoid using in formal reports; may appear in informal complaints about colleagues. (e.g., 'We can't have a loudmouth leaking the merger details.')
Academic
Rare; might appear in informal commentary on historical figures or literary characters, not in technical writing.
Everyday
Very common in casual speech to describe annoying, boastful, or indiscreet people.
Technical
Not used.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “loudmouth”
Neutral
Weak
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “loudmouth”
- Using it as a verb (e.g., 'He loudmouthed the secret' is non-standard). Using it in overly formal contexts. Confusing it with 'loudspeaker'.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is informal and derogatory. It is an insult, implying the person is annoying, boastful, or indiscreet. Use with caution.
No, 'loudmouth' is standardly only a noun (or attributive adjective). Using it as a verb (e.g., 'to loudmouth') is highly informal, non-standard, and rare.
A 'loudmouth' focuses on the noisy, unrestrained, and often boastful manner of speaking. A 'gossip' focuses more on the content—discussing private, often sensational details about others. A loudmouth might gossip, but they might also just talk loudly about themselves.
No, the term is inherently negative. More neutral or positive terms for someone who talks a lot include 'talkative', 'communicative', 'expressive', or 'gregarious'.
A person who talks too much, especially in a noisy, boastful, or indiscreet way.
Loudmouth is usually informal, slightly derogatory, colloquial. in register.
Loudmouth: in British English it is pronounced /ˈlaʊd.maʊθ/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈlaʊd.maʊθ/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “His bark is worse than his bite, but he's still a loudmouth.”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Picture a person with an enormous, gaping mouth from which loud sound waves are visibly blasting. The word is a compound of 'loud' + 'mouth'.
Conceptual Metaphor
THE MIND IS A CONTAINER (words are contents); LOUDNESS IS LACK OF CONTROL / FOOLISHNESS.
Practice
Quiz
Which of the following best describes a 'loudmouth'?