nounnoun
der Gesprächspartner, –
interlocutor · conversation partner
The German word Gesprächspartner is a compound noun made up of:
- Gespräch — meaning "conversation" or "talk"
- Partner — meaning "partner" or "companion"
Gesprächspartner means "interlocutor" or "conversation partner," referring to the person with whom one is speaking.
Similar words:
- Diskussionsteilnehmer (discussion participant)
- Redner (speaker)
- Ansprechpartner (contact person)
Differences:
- Gesprächspartner specifically emphasizes the role of being a conversational partner, implying a two-way exchange.
- Diskussionsteilnehmer focuses on participation in a discussion, often more formal or argumentative.
- Redner refers mainly to a speaker, typically the one delivering a speech rather than engaging in dialogue.
- Ansprechpartner is someone who can be contacted or addressed, not necessarily engaging in a conversation.
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Examples
Mein Gesprächspartner kommt zu spät.noun
My interlocutor is arriving late.
Ich habe meinen Gesprächspartner um seine Meinung gebeten.noun
I asked my conversation partner for his opinion.
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