noun

ett samtal

conversation

När två eller fler personer pratar med varandra och delar tankar, frågor eller svar.

Definition & meaning

Samtal means a conversation or talk: an exchange of thoughts, information, or feelings between people.

It can also mean a phone call.

Grammar & Word origin

It is an ett-word:

  • Indefinite singular: ett samtal
  • Definite singular: samtalet
  • Indefinite plural: samtal
  • Definite plural: samtalen

The word combines sam-, meaning “together,” with tal , meaning “speech.”

Synonyms & antonyms

  • konversation — conversation, often emphasizing social or informal talk.
  • dialog — dialogue; emphasizes an exchange between participants and can also refer to dialogue in a play or film.
  • diskussion — discussion; usually focuses on a particular topic or differing opinions.

Common phrases & collocations

  • ha ett samtal — to have a conversation
  • ett telefonsamtal — a telephone call
  • ett allvarligt samtal — a serious conversation
  • ringa ett samtal — to make a phone call

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Examples

Kalle börjar ett samtal med sin vän.noun

Kalle begins a conversation with his friend.

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