conversational
Translation
conversational, informal, chatty
Examples
He has a relaxed, conversational style of writing.
He has a relaxed, conversational style of writing.
She has conversational skills in French.
She has conversational skills in French.
Grammar Patterns
conversational ((style/tone)) an informal way of speaking or writing He has a relaxed, conversational style of writing.
conversational ((language)) basic speaking ability in a language She has conversational skills in French.
Similar Words
Synonyms: informal, chatty, colloquial; Antonyms: formal, literary
Etymology
From 'conversation' + the adjective-forming suffix '-al'. Pertaining to conversation.
Memory Tips
Describes something that feels like a friendly 'conversation'.