Discussions (en. Discussions)

[dis-ky-syɔ̃]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Verbal exchanges between people on a given subject.

The discussions about the project lasted all night.

Les discussions sur le projet ont duré toute la nuit.

Debate or dialogue on various topics.

We had lively discussions during the meeting.

Nous avons eu des discussions animées lors de la réunion.

Examination and analysis of different points of view.

The discussions helped to clarify misunderstandings.

Les discussions ont permis de clarifier les malentendus.

From the Latin 'discussio', which means 'the action of examining'.

to take the lead in discussions

To take the initiative to start a conversation.

aller au devant des discussions

constructive discussions

Exchanges that lead to positive solutions.

discussions constructives

to have important discussions

To participate in meaningful conversations.

avoir des discussions importantes

debate

Formal discussion on opposing opinions.

débat

dialogue

Verbal exchange between two or more people.

dialogue

negotiation

Discussion aimed at reaching an agreement.

négociation

Chit-chat

We spent the evening having chit-chat over a drink.

On a passé la soirée à faire des bavardages autour d'un verre.

Small talk

He has a lot of small talk, but little substance.

Il a beaucoup de blabla, mais peu de substance.

To gossip

We spent hours gossiping about our projects.

On a passé des heures à papoter sur nos projets.