闲谈 (xián tán) — to chat, to have a casual conversation
Definition
闲谈 is a written, slightly formal word for relaxed, unhurried chat — more literary than colloquial 聊天. Often used for longer, leisurely conversation rather than quick small talk.
verb
to chatto have a casual conversation
Examples
- 闲谈。Wǒ men xián tán le yí huì r gōng zuò de shì qing.We chatted for a while about work.
- 闲谈。Tā men xián tán le yí gè xià wǔ.They chatted all afternoon.
- 闲谈。Tā xǐ huan zài xiū xi shí hé bié rén xián tán.She likes to chat with others during breaks.
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