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Gesprächsklima

conversational atmosphere, tone of a discussion

noun ge-SHPRAEKHS-klee-ma Rare
Communication Speech

Usage Note

Gesprächsklima (n) describes the overall atmosphere or mood in which a conversation or negotiation takes place. A sachliches Gesprächsklima (factual atmosphere) is prized in German professional culture. The word is common in political and business contexts.

Examples

"Nach dem Streit verbesserte sich das Gesprächsklima zwischen den Parteien merklich."

Natural Translation

After the argument the conversational atmosphere between the parties improved noticeably.

Literal Translation

After the argument improved the conversation-atmosphere between the parties noticeably.

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