General meaning of "talk":
* Parler: This is the most common translation for "talk" in general. It means to speak or communicate verbally.
* Example: "J'aime parler français." (I like to speak French.)
* Discuter: This translates to "discuss" or "talk about" something specific.
* Example: "Nous discutons de politique." (We are discussing politics.)
Other specific meanings of "talk":
* Conversation: This refers to a general conversation or dialogue.
* Example: "Ils ont eu une conversation agréable." (They had a pleasant conversation.)
* Discussion: This refers to a more serious and structured conversation.
* Example: "La discussion a été longue et difficile." (The discussion was long and difficult.)
* Discours: This means a formal speech or address.
* Example: "Le président a fait un discours inspirant." (The president gave an inspiring speech.)
Formal vs. Informal:
* Parler can be used in both formal and informal situations.
* Discuter is more formal than "parler."
* Conversation and discussion are more formal than "parler" and "discuter."
To choose the best translation for "talk," consider the context and the level of formality.