Also means
spiel
Usage Note
Baratin is a familiar, slightly pejorative noun describing smooth, flattering, or empty talk used to charm or deceive. The related verb baratiner means to chat someone up or spin a line. You might warn someone c'est du baratin — 'it's just hot air' — when you don't believe what they're saying.
Examples
"Son baratin ne m'a pas convaincu."
Natural Translation
His sweet talk didn't convince me.
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