The word "会谈" is a compound term formed by combining two individual characters, each contributing to its overall meaning. The first character, "会" (huì), primarily means "to meet" or "an assembly", while the second character, "谈" (tán), means "to talk" or "to discuss". When joined, they create a noun meaning "talks", "negotiations", or a formal "meeting" where discussions are the central activity, thus specifying the type of gathering as one focused on conversation and dialogue, often in a diplomatic, business, or official context.