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informal conversation

[ɪnˈfɔːrməl ˌkɒnvərˈseɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: informal conversations / conversas informais
conversa informal
1. A casual, relaxed discussion between people without formal structure, rules, or official purpose
We had an informal conversation about the project during lunch.
Tivemos uma conversa informal sobre o projeto durante o almoço.
2. A chat or dialogue characterized by everyday language and a friendly atmosphere
The informal conversation between colleagues helped break the ice at the meeting.
A conversa informal entre colegas ajudou a quebrar o gelo na reunião.
NYC Slang
quick chat / jaw session
Synonyms
casual conversationchatsmall talkfriendly discussionrelaxed dialogue
Antonyms
formal conversationofficial meetingstructured discussionformal debate

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conversa informal / bate-papo
Commonly used in everyday contexts
Rio de Janeiro
conversa informal / papo
More colloquial usage of 'papo'
São Paulo
conversa informal / conversa descontraída
Slightly more formal region, prefers 'descontraída'
Portugal
conversa informal / conversa descontraída
Standard usage across Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have a heart-to-heart talk
to shoot the breeze
to chew the fat
to have a casual pow-wow
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