Meaning

Primary

Informal Talk

Alternative

Friendly Talk

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

A courteous talk is an informal talk where people gather and discuss something in a friendly way.

懇談 is often used for parent-teacher meetings or community meetings. It's an informal but courteous talk, usually between acquaintances rather than close friends.

Reading

こんだん
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

授業参観日の先生との懇談の間、彼女はずっとハンカチを握りしめてていました。

She was tightly clutching her handkerchief throughout the friendly talk with the teacher on parent’s day.

Kanji Composition