taam4 leon6談論谈论
Jyutpingtaam4 leon6
Yaletàahm leuhn
Definition
To discuss or talk about.
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How it's used
While 談論 is a valid word, it carries a slightly more formal or serious tone than the everyday 傾偈 or 講. It is frequently used in professional, academic, or news contexts to describe a structured conversation or debate about a specific topic. You will rarely hear it in casual social settings where people prefer more relaxed verbs.
Examples
They are discussing where to travel to next month.
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Common mistake
Learners often use 談論 in casual conversation where it sounds overly stiff or academic. Use 傾 or 講 for everyday chats with friends, and save 談論 for meetings or serious discussions.
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