They get a great deal of enjoyment

[mimi2]

Hi,
Is "out of" the same as "from" or "of" in this context:
"They like to talk. They will even talk to complete strangers at the drop of a hat. They get a great deal of enjoyment out of talking."
Thanks.

 

[TheMagician]

Hi mimi2,

I have heard people use "out of" instead of "from" in this context, and you would certainly be understood, but I don't think it is standard English - at least not in the UK. I have the impression that it might be more standard in the US - but I can't justify that statement.

"of" on its own would not work, and doesn't make sense. "out of" is rather awkward but is nearer the meaning of "from".

Hope this helps.

 

[Aya del Playa]

TheMagician's impression is correct--using "out of" in this context is standard American English.