converse
[kənˈvɜːs]
[kənˈvɝs]
An conversation is when two or more people talk to each other.
You probably know that talking with someone can be easy or hard depending on what's going on. For instance, it might be a bit tricky to discuss money problems with your parents, but chatting about weekend plans with friends usually comes naturally. When you have a good friend who listens carefully and responds thoughtfully, the conversation just flows easily.
How common is "converse"?
Word converse is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
Free verbal interchange of thoughts or views; conversation; chat.
verb
To talk; to engage in conversation
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