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verbal exchange

[VER-bul IKS-chanj]
nounpl: verbal exchanges
troca de palavras
1. A conversation or discussion between two or more people, often involving the sharing of ideas, opinions, or arguments
The verbal exchange between the two politicians became heated during the debate.
A troca de palavras entre os dois políticos ficou acalorada durante o debate.
2. A brief or casual conversation; an interaction involving spoken communication
After a quick verbal exchange with the receptionist, I was directed to the right office.
Após uma rápida troca de palavras com a recepcionista, fui direcionado para o escritório correto.
3. A disagreement or argument expressed through speech
There was a verbal exchange between the neighbors about the fence.
Houve uma troca de palavras entre os vizinhos sobre a cerca.
NYC Slang
back-and-forth
Synonyms
conversationdialoguediscussionexchangeinteractioncommunicationdiscourse
Antonyms
silencequietwritten communication

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
troca de palavras
Most common term used in Brazil
São Paulo
conversa
More casual/informal alternative
Rio de Janeiro
papo
Colloquial alternative for casual exchanges
Portugal
troca de palavras
Standard term used in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

have words with someone
cross words
heated exchange
words fail me
get a word in edgewise
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