yakety-yak
nounHow many syllables in yakety-yak?
There are 4 syllables in the word yakety-yak.How to pronounce yakety-yak:
Definition of yakety-yak:
- yakety-yak (noun):
- yak entry 2
- noun. noisy talk.
Synonyms for yakety-yak:
blether
cackle
chatter
chin music
idle talk
prate
prattle
talk
talking
yack
yak
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