the gift of the gab
/ðə ˌɡɪft əv ðə ˈɡæb/INFORMAL · C1
Meaning
the ability to talk easily and persuasively
Examples
- 1My uncle has the gift of the gab, so he always gets a good price at the market.
- 2With the gift of the gab, Leo was perfect for the sales job.
- 3You need the gift of the gab to work as a tour guide.
- 4Priya has the gift of the gab, so she always persuades the landlord to fix things quickly.
- 5Does Ben really have the gift of the gab, or is he just loud?
Grammar
Usually after have or with. Keep both articles: the gift of the gab.
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