conversationally
conversationally — 副詞
1. by having a spoken exchange with another person, rather than by writing or using
以交談
透過說話而非書寫等方式
by having a spoken exchange with another person, rather than by writing or using other forms of communication
Caio explained his travel plans conversationally while they ate lunch.
Caio 邊吃午餐邊以交談的方式說明他的旅行計畫。
explain + conversationally — shared through talk
The two colleagues settled the dispute conversationally, without writing any letters or emails.
兩位同事以交談解決了爭執，沒有寫任何信件或電子郵件。
Minh shared the team's new ideas conversationally with Owen during a coffee break.
Minh 在喝咖啡休息時以交談的方式與 Owen 分享團隊的新點子。
The problem was discussed conversationally, with everyone adding their thoughts one by one.
這個問題是以交談方式討論的，大家輪流表達自己的想法。
passive construction: was discussed conversationally
- explain conversationally
- discuss conversationally
- share conversationally
- in writing
communicating through written text rather than speech
文法句型
verb + conversationally
2. using the relaxed, everyday language that people use when talking with friends o
口語地
以日常對話的非正式語氣
using the relaxed, everyday language that people use when talking with friends or family, rather than formal or academic language
The professor spoke conversationally, so the lecture was easy for everyone to follow.
教授用口語的方式說話，所以大家都很容易聽懂這堂課。
conversationally = informal register in speech
Sofie wrote the blog post conversationally, as if she were chatting with a good friend.
Sofie 用口語的方式寫部落格文章，就像在跟好朋友聊天一樣。
The guide addressed the group conversationally, using simple words that tourists could understand.
導遊用口語的方式對團員說話，用的是遊客聽得懂的簡單詞彙。
conversationally = avoiding formal / technical language
Nadia told the story conversationally, as if she were chatting with an old friend.
Nadia 用日常聊天的口吻講述了這個故事，就像在跟老朋友閒聊一樣。
told + conversationally — informal storytelling register
- speak conversationally
- write conversationally
- tone conversationally light
- informally
broader use — applies to dress, behaviour, and rules, not just language style
- colloquially
more specific to regional or casual speech; slightly more formal register than 'conversationally'
- formally
using proper, structured language suitable for official or serious situations
文法句型
verb + conversationally
用法筆記
Often describes the tone of speech or writing, particularly when the speaker deliberately avoids formal or technical language to make the audience feel at ease. Not used to describe the content of what is said, but the style in which it is delivered.
常見錯誤
conversationally — 名詞
1. the activity of talking with someone in which you share thoughts, feelings, news
交談
透過言語交流想法或資訊
the activity of talking with someone in which you share thoughts, feelings, news, or ideas through spoken words
Rachel had a long conversation with her mother about choosing a university.
Rachel 和母親進行了一次關於選大學的長談。
have + conversation + with + about
Daichi finds it hard to start a conversation with people he does not know.
Daichi 覺得很難跟不認識的人開啟對話。
collocation: start a conversation
Eitan and Sana were deep in conversation when the bus arrived at the station.
公車到站時，Eitan 和 Sana 正在熱烈交談。
deep in conversation — fixed phrase
Good conversation needs both people to listen as well as to speak.
良好的交談需要雙方既會說也會聽。
uncountable use: good conversation (the activity in general)
- have a conversation
- start a conversation
- in conversation
- deep in conversation
- make conversation
- silence
the absence of talk or exchange
文法句型
have + conversation
in + conversation
make + conversation
用法筆記
Can be uncountable (general activity: 'Conversation helps people connect') or countable (a specific event: 'We had an interesting conversation'). The uncountable form does not take an article.
常見錯誤
2. a specific instance of talking with someone about a particular subject, rather t
談話
針對特定主題的一次具體對話
a specific instance of talking with someone about a particular subject, rather than the general activity of talking
Minh had an interesting conversation with the librarian about travel books.
Minh 和圖書館員進行了一次關於旅遊書的有趣談話。
countable: an interesting conversation
During their conversation, Eliska mentioned she was moving to a new apartment.
在他們的談話中，Eliska 提到她要搬到新公寓。
The short conversation with Tariq changed the way Yasmin thought about the project.
與 Tariq 的那段簡短談話改變了 Yasmin 對這個專案的想法。
Owen kept notes of each conversation he had with the lawyer about the contract.
Owen 記下了他與律師關於合約的每一次談話內容。
each + conversation — referring to separate instances
- a conversation about
- a conversation with
- during the conversation
- each conversation
- talk
slightly broader — can be one person speaking or a formal speech
- discussion
implies a more focused exchange on a particular topic, often problem-solving
文法句型
a + conversation + about/with
conversation + between
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 1: this sense is always countable and refers to a specific, bounded event ('a conversation', 'the conversation', 'each conversation'). Sense 1 can be uncountable and refers to the general activity.
3. a formal or semi-formal discussion between representatives of governments, organ
會談
代表之間的非正式討論
a formal or semi-formal discussion between representatives of governments, organisations, or groups, usually about an important issue
The two leaders held a conversation about trade agreements last month in Geneva.
兩位領導人上個月在日內瓦進行了一場關於貿易協定的會談。
hold + a conversation — formal register, political context
Rachel took part in an international conversation on climate policy at the conference.
Rachel 在會議上參與了一場關於氣候政策的國際會談。
The peace conversations between the groups continued late into the night.
雙方團體之間的和平會談一直持續到深夜。
plural: conversations — formal diplomatic talks
Both sides described the conversation as open and productive.
雙方都形容這次會談是坦誠且富有成果的。
- hold conversations
- peace conversations
- international conversation
- conversations between leaders
- talks
more common in news headlines; shorter and more direct
- negotiations
stronger implication of trying to reach a deal; more competitive tone
- dialogue
more formal; suggests ongoing exchange between groups
文法句型
conversation + between + groups/leaders
hold + conversations
用法筆記
Commonly used in news and political reporting. Often appears in the plural form ('conversations') when referring to a series of meetings. Unlike sense 1, this sense implies a purpose or agenda rather than casual social talk.
4. an exchange of ideas or messages that resembles a spoken talk but uses a differe
互通
類似對話的非口語交流
an exchange of ideas or messages that resembles a spoken talk but uses a different method, such as writing, sign language, or text messages
Daichi and Sana kept up a text-message conversation all morning while they were apart.
Daichi 和 Sana 整個早上都在用手機簡訊互通訊息。
text-message conversation — non-verbal exchange
The deaf couple had a silent conversation using sign language at the café table.
這對聽障夫婦在咖啡廳的桌邊用手語進行了一場無聲的互通。
Their letters over fifteen years formed a written conversation across two continents.
他們十五年來的信件構成了一場橫跨兩大洲的書信交流。
The friends shared a playful conversation through emoji and stickers in the group chat.
朋友們在群組聊天中用表情符號和貼圖進行了一場有趣的交流。
- text conversation
- silent conversation
- written conversation
- online conversation
- correspondence
more formal and limited to written exchange; lacks the immediacy of conversation
- exchange
broader — can refer to any giving and receiving, including goods
文法句型
conversation + via/through
written + conversation
用法筆記
Used when describing communication that has the back-and-forth quality of speech but does not use the spoken voice. Common with phrases like 'a text conversation', 'a silent conversation', or 'a written conversation'.
5. a person's way of behaving in social situations (old-fashioned or literary use)
舉止
古義，指言行風度
a person's way of behaving in social situations (old-fashioned or literary use)
In old novels, a person's conversation was judged by their manners and clothes.
在舊小說中，一個人的舉止是由他的禮儀和衣著來評斷的。
archaic sense — behaviour, not speech
The young gentleman was praised for his agreeable conversation at the dinner party.
那位年輕紳士在晚宴上得體的舉止獲得了讚賞。
A lady of graceful conversation was admired in the society of that time.
在那個時代，舉止優雅的女士受到社會的推崇。
Guests of noble conversation were always welcome at the earl's country estate.
擁有高尚舉止的賓客在伯爵的鄉間莊園總是受到歡迎。
- agreeable conversation
- graceful conversation
- one's conversation
用法筆記
This sense is now considered archaic or literary. In modern English, 'conversation' almost always refers to spoken exchange rather than behaviour. You will mainly encounter it in 19th-century novels or historical texts.
conversationally — 形容詞
- conversationallypositive
- more conversationallycomparative
- most conversationallysuperlative
1. enjoying talking to people and often starting or joining conversations easily
健談
喜歡且善於與人交談的
enjoying talking to people and often starting or joining conversations easily
Tariq is very conversational and can talk to anyone at a party.
Tariq 很健談，在派對上能和任何人聊天。
be + conversational — personality trait
Rachel's conversational nature makes her a wonderful host at dinner events.
Rachel 健談的個性使她成為晚宴上很棒的主人。
Sana felt at ease because Minh was warm and conversational from the start.
Sana 感到自在，因為 Minh 從一開始就很熱情又健談。
The conversational passengers on the train kept each other entertained for the whole journey.
火車上那些健談的乘客在整段旅程中互相陪伴。
attributive: conversational + noun
- conversational nature
- conversational person
- warm and conversational
文法句型
be + conversational
conversational + nature/person
用法筆記
Describes a person's nature, not a single action. You would say 'He is conversational' (general trait), but 'He started a conversation' (specific action). Not used in the comparative form ('more conversational').
常見錯誤
2. relating to or typical of the kind of language people use in everyday spoken exc
口語的
適合日常對話的語言風格
relating to or typical of the kind of language people use in everyday spoken exchanges, rather than in formal writing
Eliska's conversational English improved quickly after she moved to London.
Eliska 搬到倫敦後，她的口語英語進步了很多。
conversational English — everyday spoken language
The book is written in a light, conversational style that readers enjoy.
這本書以輕鬆的口語風格寫成，讀者很喜歡。
conversational style — informal writing style
Mathieu needs to work on his conversational skills before the job interview.
Mathieu 在求職面試前需要加強他的會話技巧。
The app teaches practical conversational phrases that people use every day.
這個應用程式教的是人們每天使用的實用口語片語。
Sofie adopted a conversational tone in her report so the staff could read it easily.
Sofie 在報告中採用口語的語氣，讓員工更容易閱讀。
conversational tone — contrast with formal tone
- conversational English
- conversational style
- conversational tone
- conversational skills
- conversational phrases
- informal
broader — applies to dress, rules, and behaviour, not just language
- colloquial
more specific to regional everyday speech; slightly more academic
- casual
broader still — can describe clothes, attitude, or language
文法句型
conversational + noun
用法筆記
Commonly paired with nouns describing language, communication, or writing style ('English', 'skills', 'tone', 'style', 'phrases'). This is the most frequent sense of 'conversational' in modern use.
同根字
- conversation名詞A2
- conversational形容詞B1
- converse動詞B2
- conversant形容詞C1