'converse' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'conversari,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'versari' meant 'to turn.'

'conversari' transformed into the Old French word 'converser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'converse' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'to live with or keep company,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to talk or engage in conversation.'