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Useful phrase

“Is this a coffee chat or a meeting?”

Clarify whether an invitation is informal or has a more specific work purpose.

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Meaning

When to use it

Use it when an invitation is unclear and you want to know how formal it is.

Examples

Natural examples

  • Is this a coffee chat or a meeting? — Example
Replies

What someone may say back

  • Just a chat. Nothing formal. — Explains it is informal.
  • A bit of both. I have a few questions. — Explains there is a work purpose.
Australian English

Usage note

Asking helps you decide how to prepare.

Practice mission

Try it in real life

Use a softer version when you genuinely need to know what to prepare.

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