noun
informal meeting; get-together; gathering for discussion
A relaxed meeting or social gathering where people chat and exchange opinions, often without strict formalities.
来週、地域の懇談会に参加する予定です。
I plan to attend the local community get-together next week.
先生
An informal meeting between teachers and parents was held.
noun
colloquium; panel discussion; discussion session
A more structured discussion event, often with a panel or specific topic, but still less formal than a conference.
国際問題についての懇談会が大学で行われた。
A colloquium on international issues was held at the university.
専門家を招いて懇談会を開き、意見を交換した。
We invited experts and held a discussion session to exchange views.