뜻
To initiate a discussion or dialogue with someone.
문화적 배경
In France, engaging a conversation with a stranger usually requires a formal 'Bonjour' first. Skipping this can make the initiation feel rude or aggressive. Quebecers are often more direct and informal. While 'engager une conversation' is understood, you might more often hear 'jaser' (to chat) or 'commencer à jaser'. In many Francophone African cultures, engaging a conversation is a communal duty. Greetings can last several minutes before the 'actual' conversation begins. In French business culture, 'engager une conversation' is a strategic move. It is often done during 'le café' or 'le déjeuner' rather than in the middle of an open-plan office.
The 'Nous' Rule
Always remember the 'e' in 'nous engageons'. It's a common mistake even for advanced learners in writing.
The Magic Word
In France, you cannot 'engager une conversation' without saying 'Bonjour' first. It's the social key.
뜻
To initiate a discussion or dialogue with someone.
The 'Nous' Rule
Always remember the 'e' in 'nous engageons'. It's a common mistake even for advanced learners in writing.
The Magic Word
In France, you cannot 'engager une conversation' without saying 'Bonjour' first. It's the social key.
Don't Overuse
In very casual settings, 'engager une conversation' can sound a bit stiff. Use 'commencer à discuter' with friends.
Body Language
Engaging a conversation in French culture often involves eye contact and a slight nod before speaking.
셀프 테스트
Complétez la phrase avec la forme correcte du verbe 'engager'.
Nous _______ une conversation avec les nouveaux clients demain.
In the present tense, 'nous engageons' requires an 'e' to keep the 'g' soft. 'Engagerons' (future) is also grammatically possible but 'engageons' is the standard present.
Quelle est la meilleure option pour un contexte professionnel ?
Je vais _______ une conversation avec le directeur.
'Engager' is the most appropriate and professional collocation for starting a dialogue.
Associez le verbe à son complément habituel.
Associez les éléments :
These are standard French collocations.
Choisissez la réponse la plus naturelle.
A: Comment s'est passée la soirée ? B: Bien, j'ai réussi à _______ avec plusieurs personnes.
This is the most natural way to describe starting to talk with people at a social event.
🎉 점수: /4
시각 학습 자료
Engager vs. Commencer
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Nous _______ une conversation avec les nouveaux clients demain.
In the present tense, 'nous engageons' requires an 'e' to keep the 'g' soft. 'Engagerons' (future) is also grammatically possible but 'engageons' is the standard present.
Je vais _______ une conversation avec le directeur.
'Engager' is the most appropriate and professional collocation for starting a dialogue.
왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:
These are standard French collocations.
A: Comment s'est passée la soirée ? B: Bien, j'ai réussi à _______ avec plusieurs personnes.
This is the most natural way to describe starting to talk with people at a social event.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
12 질문Yes, it is very common and slightly less formal than 'conversation'.
'Engager' focuses on the initiation of the social bond, while 'entamer' focuses on starting the first part of the talk.
Both are correct. 'Une' is 'a conversation', 'la' is 'the act of conversation'.
Yes, but it sounds a bit formal. You might say 'J'ai engagé la conversation sur WhatsApp'.
Usually not. For arguments, we use 'déclencher une dispute' or 'entamer une dispute'.
You can say 'rompre la conversation' or 'mettre fin à la conversation'.
Absolutely. It's the standard term for networking and initiating negotiations.
Not necessarily, but it implies more than just a single sentence.
No, use 'avec quelqu'un'.
Yes, it shows you know sophisticated collocations for social interaction.
To avoid conversation: 'fuir la conversation' or 'éviter de parler'.
Only metaphorically or in fairy tales. Normally, animals don't 'engager une conversation'.
관련 표현
entamer une conversation
synonymTo start a conversation.
briser la glace
similarTo break the ice.
aborder quelqu'un
similarTo approach someone.
lier conversation
synonymTo strike up a conversation.
couper la parole
contrastTo interrupt.
engager le dialogue
specialized formTo initiate dialogue.
