palaver

/pəˈlævər/

NOUN

1. Prolonged and tedious discussion or debate

A lengthy discussion, parley, or negotiation, often accompanied by fuss, unnecessary talk, or ceremony.

Used when referring to long, chatty conversations, negotiations, or diplomatic parleys.

After a long palaver, the two tribal leaders finally reached an agreement.
They engaged in a lengthy palaver before deciding on the final travel itinerary.

Used informally to describe tiresome activity, trouble, or complicated fuss over a minor matter.

I didn't want to make a big palaver out of filling out the paperwork.
All that palaver just to book a simple train ticket was completely unnecessary.

VERB

To chatter idly, talk at length, or try to influence someone through prolonged, flattering talk.

Used when someone talks continuously or engages in idle gossip and lengthy conversations.

The locals sat by the porch to palaver about the weather and community news.
There's no time to stand around and palaver; we need to finish this project today.