talkingcircle
nounUK /ˈtɔː.kɪŋ ˈsɜː.kəl/
US /ˈtɔː.kɪŋ ˈsɝː.kəl/
A talking circle is when people sit in a circle and take turns talking and listening.
At school, we had a talking circle to share how we felt about the new class pet.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A traditional Indigenous practice where a talking piece is passed around so each person can speak without interruption.
The elders led a talking circle to help the community solve the problem together.
3. A classroom activity where students sit in a circle and share thoughts on a topic.
Every Monday morning, the teacher starts a talking circle about the weekend.
4. A meeting format used to resolve conflicts by letting everyone speak in turn.
The two friends joined a talking circle to work out their argument peacefully.