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talking head

/ˈtɔːkɪŋ hɛd/

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/ˈtɔːkɪŋ hɛd/C1informalart
  • ruЧеловек, который говорит по телевизору или в видео, часто эксперт или комментатор, обычно показанный по плечи; также может относиться к человеку, который много говорит, но не предпринимает действий.

A person who speaks on television or in a video, often an expert or commentator, typically shown from the shoulders up; can also refer to someone who talks a lot without taking action.

  1. Television commentatorB2informal

    A person who appears on television to give opinions or commentary, often shown only from the shoulders up.

    ruТелевизионный комментатор

    • The news channel featured several talking heads discussing the election.
    • I'm tired of watching talking heads argue on TV.
    • The documentary relied too heavily on talking heads instead of footage.
  2. Spokesperson or expertB2informal

    A person who speaks on behalf of an organization or as an expert in a particular field.

    ruОфициальный представитель

    • The company sent a talking head to explain the new policy.
    • He's just a talking head for the government's position.
    • The conference featured a panel of talking heads from various industries.