strike up a conversation

Neutral B2 Eiken Pre-1 Upper-intermediate

strike up a conversation

Meaning

To start talking with someone, often a stranger.

Literal Translation

会話を打ち始める

Examples

  • She struck up a conversation with the person beside her. 彼女は隣の人と会話を始めた。
  • It is easy to strike up a conversation at these events. こうしたイベントでは会話を始めるのは簡単だ。