conversación
“conversación” means “conversation” in Spanish (verbal exchange).
conversation, chat
Also: discussion
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Tuvimos una conversación muy interesante sobre el futuro.
A2We had a very interesting conversation about the future.
La conversación se interrumpió cuando sonó el teléfono.
A1The conversation was interrupted when the phone rang.
Necesitas practicar tu conversación en español para mejorar tu fluidez.
B1You need to practice your conversational Spanish to improve your fluency.
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Words that translate to "conversación" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: conversación
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If you want to say 'We had a serious talk' in Spanish, which sentence is correct?
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The word comes directly from the Latin *conversatio*, which originally meant 'the act of turning frequently' but evolved to mean 'association' or 'living together,' and finally settling on the meaning of talking together.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'conversación' the same as 'diálogo'?
They are very similar synonyms, but 'conversación' is the most common word for a general chat between friends or strangers. 'Diálogo' often suggests a slightly more formal exchange or one where the participants are taking turns speaking clearly, like a political discussion or a scene in a play.
How do I say 'to start a conversation'?
You can use 'empezar una conversación' (to start) or 'iniciar una conversación' (to initiate). Both are perfectly correct.