Conversation and Talks
In words like 谈话 and 会谈, 谈 (tán) indicates talking, conversing, or holding discussions.
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In words like 谈话 and 会谈, 谈 (tán) indicates talking, conversing, or holding discussions.
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Words (讠) that blaze like fire (炎) — to talk or chat, as if sparks flying in conversation.
to talk (with sb)
In words like 谈论 and 谈判, 谈 (tán) refers to discussing, negotiating, or consulting.
to discuss; to talk about
make arrangements with; talk over with
Have a discussion / Symposium
In words like 畅谈 and 夸夸其谈, 谈 (tán) describes speaking freely or exaggerating.
talk freely / discuss at length
to speak frankly with assurance
They are discussing tomorrow's plans.
Both parties are conducting business negotiations.
We want to talk with you about this matter.
We had a pleasant conversation.
talk big / boast
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