世せ間けん話ばなし

noun

small talk; chat; gossip

Casual conversation about everyday topics, often with neighbors, acquaintances, or colleagues. Can carry a light gossipy tone depending on context.

• 近きん所じょの人ひとと世せ間けん話ばなしをするのが好すきだ。

  I like making small talk with the neighbors.

• 会かい議ぎの前まえに少すこし世せ間けん話ばなしをした。

  We chatted a bit before the meeting.