Conversational

/ˌkɑnvərˈseɪʃənəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or suitable for informal talk between people; having the relaxed style of ordinary speech.

Etymology

From conversation (from Latin conversari, 'to live or keep company with') plus -al (relating to). Developed in English around 1600 to describe the style and manner of speaking.

Kelly Says

The best conversational AI doesn't sound like a robot because it uses everyday patterns—incomplete sentences, self-corrections, pauses. Real human conversation is messy and jumbled, which is why making AI sound natural is actually super hard.

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