Conversando (en. Conversing)

/kon-beɾ-sán-do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To engage in a verbal exchange of ideas or feelings.
We were conversing about our plans for the weekend.
Estábamos conversando sobre nuestros planes para el fin de semana.
To maintain a friendly dialogue.
I enjoy conversing with my friends after class.
Me gusta conversando con mis amigos después de clase.
To exchange information or news.
We were conversing about the latest events in politics.
Estuvimos conversando sobre los últimos acontecimientos en la política.

Etymology

From Latin 'conversandum', gerund of 'conversari', which means 'to speak among various people'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

conversing for a while
Speaking for a short time.
conversando un rato
to keep conversing
To continue the conversation.
seguir conversando
conversing alone
To talk privately without the presence of others.
conversando a solas

Related Words

conversation
Exchange of words between two or more people.
conversación
chat
Informal conversation on various topics.
charla
dialogue
Exchange of ideas or opinions.
diálogo

Slang Meanings

Chatting
I was chatting with my friend while doing homework.
Estaba chateando con mi amigo mientras hacía la tarea.
Rambling
You don't seem tired, you're just rambling with him.
No pareces cansado, solo estás echando el rollo con él.