B2 Collocation Formal

Entablar una conversación.

To strike up a conversation.

Meaning

To begin a discussion or talk with someone, often casually.

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Cultural Background

In Spain, 'entablar' is quite common in professional settings. It is seen as polite and respectful. In Mexico, while 'entablar' is understood, people might prefer 'iniciar una plática' for a slightly warmer feel. Argentines often use 'entablar' in formal writing, but in speech, they might use 'arrancar una charla'. Very formal usage is appreciated in business contexts in Bogota.

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Use it for networking

It sounds very professional in business emails.

Meaning

To begin a discussion or talk with someone, often casually.

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Use it for networking

It sounds very professional in business emails.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence with the correct form of the phrase.

El abogado ___________ con el testigo antes del juicio.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: entabló una conversación

Entablar is the correct verb for starting a formal dialogue.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the phrase. Fill Blank B2

El abogado ___________ con el testigo antes del juicio.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: entabló una conversación

Entablar is the correct verb for starting a formal dialogue.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it's too formal.

Related Phrases

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Entablar una demanda

specialized form

To file a lawsuit

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Iniciar un diálogo

synonym

To start a dialogue

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