A discussion or meeting where people talk things over; a talk or conference.
社員同士で話し合いをして解決策を見つけた。
The employees talked it over and found a solution.
両親とよく話し合いを持ってから決めなさい。
Make a decision after having a good discussion with your parents.
公式な話し合いは来週行われる予定だ。
An official meeting is scheduled for next week.
和解のための話し合いが行われた。
A discussion was held for reconciliation.