Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Waffle
What does it mean?
To speak or write at length without saying much; to go off-topic or be vague.
Is it positive or negative?
Usually negative or gently critical, but often used light‑heartedly in meetings or chats.
When do you use it?
When someone (or you!) is giving a long answer that lacks a clear point, especially in meetings, presentations, or emails. You can also use it as a verb: to waffle.
Examples
Example 1: He waffled on for ages without answering the question.
Example 2: Let’s stop waffling and get to the action points.
Question for you
Do you ever catch yourself waffling in meetings? How do you bring yourself back to the point?