Causons (en. Let's talk)

/ko.zɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To engage in a conversation, discuss.
We often talk about politics on Sundays.
Nous causons souvent de politique le dimanche.
To speak informally.
We talked about everything and nothing at the café.
On causait de tout et de rien au café.
To exchange ideas or opinions.
Friends discuss the latest news together.
Les amis causent ensemble des dernières nouvelles.

Etymology

From Old French 'causer', derived from Latin 'causare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cause harm
To harm someone.
causer du tort
cause problems
To create difficulties.
causer des problèmes
make an impression
To produce an effect on someone.
causer une impression

Related Words

cause
Reason or motive for something.
cause
causerie
Informal conversation.
causerie
causette
Light and friendly discussions.
causette

Slang Meanings

To have a light discussion.
We're just going to chat a bit.
On va juste causer un peu.
To talk without taking oneself seriously.
Come on, let's chat like old friends.
Allons-y, on causons comme des vieux amis.