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Conversation

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌkɑːnvərˈseɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Conversation

an informal talk involving a small group of people or only two; the activity of talking in this way

In simple words: A talk between two or more people.

Conversation in a sentence

• I had a long conversation with my friend about our weekend plans.
• A good conversation can make a dull evening interesting.
• She is great at starting a conversation with new people.
• The conversation between the teachers and parents was productive.
• They enjoyed a deep conversation about their favorite books.

How to use Conversation

Use 'conversation' in both formal and informal contexts. It may not be appropriate for written formal documents, where 'discussion' might fit better.

Grammar pattern

conversation + between + participants

Memory hint

Think of 'converse' — like two people turning to each other to talk.

Related words

Collocations with Conversation

• brief
• short
• lengthy
• snatch
• carry on
• have
• hold
• occur
• take place
• continue
• during conversation
• in conversation with
• conversation about
• an attempt at conversation
• be in… conversation (with somebody)
• a buzz of conversation

Synonyms for Conversation

• discussion
• talk
• chat
• dialogue
• communication

Opposites of Conversation

• silence
• monologue

Common mistakes with Conversation

• Confused with 'dialogue' which is typically more structured.
• Using 'conversation' as a countable noun incorrectly — e.g., saying 'two conversations' is correct.
• Mixing it up with 'chat', which is more casual.

Frequently asked questions about Conversation

What does Conversation mean?

A talk between two or more people.

What is the definition of Conversation?

an informal talk involving a small group of people or only two; the activity of talking in this way

How do you use Conversation in a sentence?

I had a long conversation with my friend about our weekend plans.

Can you give another example of Conversation?

A good conversation can make a dull evening interesting.

What are synonyms for Conversation?

Common alternatives include discussion, talk, chat, dialogue, communication.

What is the opposite of Conversation?

Opposite meanings include silence, monologue.

What words go with Conversation?

It commonly pairs with brief, short, lengthy, snatch, carry on, have, hold, occur, take place, continue, during conversation, in conversation with, conversation about, an attempt at conversation, be in… conversation (with somebody), a buzz of conversation.

What are common mistakes when using Conversation?

Confused with 'dialogue' which is typically more structured. Using 'conversation' as a countable noun incorrectly — e.g., saying 'two conversations' is correct. Mixing it up with 'chat', which is more casual.

How do you pronounce Conversation?

US: /["/ˌkɑːnvərˈseɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Conversation?

Use 'conversation' in both formal and informal contexts. It may not be appropriate for written formal documents, where 'discussion' might fit better.

What CEFR level is Conversation?

"Conversation" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.