Difference between to talk and to discuss in Korean

이야기하다·논의하다

to talk

이야기하다to talk

The word 이야기하다 means "to talk" or "to have a conversation." You use it when speaking with someone and sharing words, ideas, or feelings. It is a common everyday word for talking with family, friends, teachers, or other people.

How to say to talk
to discuss

논의하다to discuss

논의하다 means to discuss something with other people. You use it when people talk together about a plan, problem, or idea. It often sounds a little more serious or organized than just chatting.

How to say to discuss

The difference

This is a general word for talking or chatting. It can be casual, and it does not always mean people are trying to decide something together.