A1 Idiom Neutral

話が合う

hanashi ga au

Have common interests/conversation

Meaning

To find common ground in conversation or share similar topics of interest.

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Cultural Background

In Japan, finding common ground is a way to reduce social anxiety. Similar to 'being on the same wavelength', but often implies a deeper intellectual connection. This phrase is a bridge to friendship in almost every culture.

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Use it to make friends

People love hearing that you have things in common with them.

Meaning

To find common ground in conversation or share similar topics of interest.

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Use it to make friends

People love hearing that you have things in common with them.

Test Yourself

Which kanji is correct?

話が___。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 合う

合う means to fit or match.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which kanji is correct? Choose A1

話が___。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 合う

合う means to fit or match.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it is polite enough for most professional settings.

Related Phrases

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気が合う

similar

Personalities match

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話が弾む

similar

Conversation is lively

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