会 話(かいわ)が弾(はず)む

かいわがはずむ

expression

to have a lively conversation; conversation flows well

1. to have a lively conversation; conversation flows well; to chat animatedly

Describes a conversation that flows naturally and energetically, with both parties engaged and enjoying the exchange. The verb 弾(はず)む (to bounce, to be lively) suggests the back-and-forth rhythm of good conversation.

久(ひさ)しぶりに会(あ)って、会話(かいわ)が弾(はず)んだ。

We met after a long time and had a lively conversation.

共通(きょうつう)の趣味(しゅみ)があると会話(かいわ)が弾(はず)みやすい。

When you share a common hobby, conversation flows more easily.

おいしい料理(りょうり)とワインのおかげで、会話(かいわ)が弾(はず)んで楽(たの)しい夕食(ゆうしょく)になった。

Thanks to the delicious food and wine, the conversation was lively and it turned into an enjoyable dinner.

Usage

A common set expression where 弾(はず)む (to bounce, to spring) is used figuratively for conversation that bounces back and forth energetically. The subject is always 会話(かいわ) (or similar words like 話(はなし)). Often describes social situations where people click or find common ground.

Related patterns

話(はなし)が弾(はず)む (conversation is lively — using 話(はなし) instead of 会話(かいわ))
話題(わだい)が弾(はず)む (the topic of conversation becomes lively)

Similar words

盛(も)り上(あ)がる (to get excited, to liven up) is broader and can apply to parties, events, and general atmosphere, while 会話(かいわ)が弾(はず)む specifically describes the flow of conversation.

Related Words

Compare: 盛(も)り上(あ)がる (to get excited, to liven up)

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Added 2026.3.9 12:58 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01

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