talk

US /tɑːk/
UK /tɑːk/
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1.

parler, discuter

to speak in order to give information or express ideas or feelings

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Can we talk for a moment?
Pouvons-nous parler un instant ?
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She likes to talk about her travels.
Elle aime parler de ses voyages.
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speakconversechatdiscusscommunicate
2.

parler, faire une conférence

to give a speech or lecture

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He will talk about his research at the conference.
Il va parler de ses recherches lors de la conférence.
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The professor will talk on the history of art.
Le professeur va parler de l'histoire de l'art.
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lectureaddresspresentdiscourse
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discussion, conversation

a conversation or discussion

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We had a long talk about our future.
Nous avons eu une longue discussion sur notre avenir.
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Let's have a quick talk before the meeting.
Ayons une petite discussion rapide avant la réunion.
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conversationdiscussionchatdialogue
2.

conférence, discours

a formal address or lecture

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The professor gave an interesting talk on quantum physics.
Le professeur a donné une conférence intéressante sur la physique quantique.
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His talk focused on the economic challenges facing the country.
Sa conférence portait sur les défis économiques auxquels le pays est confronté.
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lecturespeechaddresspresentation
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