conversation
UK: ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃən | US: ˌkɑːnvərˈseɪʃən
n. an informal spoken exchange of ideas, information, or opinions between two or more people
n. the act of talking or engaging in dialogue
n. (archaic) the manner of living or associating with others
conversation = con<together> + vers<turn> + ation<noun suffix>
- con: From Latin cum ("with, together"), indicating collective action.
- vers: From Latin vertere ("to turn"), implying a back-and-forth exchange.
- ation: A noun-forming suffix indicating an action or process.
Etymology Origin:
The word "conversation" originates from Latin conversatio ("the act of living with others"), derived from conversari ("to associate with"). The root vertere ("to turn") metaphorically evolved to represent the "turning" of speech between participants, reflecting dialogue's reciprocal nature. Over time, it narrowed from general social interaction to focused verbal exchange.
Their lively conversation lasted well into the night.
She avoided political conversations at family gatherings.
The book explores the art of meaningful conversation.
His job requires frequent conversations with international clients.
A quiet café is ideal for intimate conversation.