A "shallow" conversation typically refers to a conversation that lacks depth or meaningful substance. It tends to revolve around superficial topics, devoid of any significant emotional or intellectual content. Here's an example of a shallow conversation:
Person A: "Hey, how are you doing?" Person B: "I'm good, thanks! How about you?" Person A: "I'm good too, just been busy with work. Did you watch that new reality show last night?" Person B: "Oh, yeah! It was crazy! I can't believe they did that." Person A: "I know, right? And did you see what she was wearing? It was totally inappropriate!" Person B: "Totally! Anyway, have you been to that new coffee shop that opened downtown?" Person A: "Yeah, I went there last week. The coffee was okay, but I didn't like the atmosphere."
In this example, the conversation revolves around simple pleasantries and discusses shallow topics like a reality TV show, fashion, and a coffee shop. While there's nothing inherently wrong with discussing these topics, the conversation lacks any deeper connection or exploration of thoughts, feelings, or personal experiences. It stays on the surface level without delving into more meaningful or thought-provoking subjects.