nattering

noun
UK /ˈnæt.ər.ɪŋ/
US /ˈnæt̬.ɚ.ɪŋ/

Talking a lot about small, silly things.

The nattering in the back seat made the car ride feel noisy.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The act of talking on and on about unimportant matters.

Their constant nattering about the weather got on everyone's nerves.

3. Complaining or grumbling in a low, steady way.

There was some nattering among the players about the long practice.

4. Light, friendly conversation between people.

We spent the afternoon nattering over cups of tea.