About us
Diskuto is Esperanto for 'Talk'
We get together and speak English/ESL, French, German, Russian, Portuguese, Mandarin, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Arabic and more. This is for people who seriously want to practice. You will meet likeminded souls in a great atmosphere.
If there's language that you want to practice, but you don't see events for it here, then maybe you can help start it with Diskuto!
Why are we on Meetup?
To help everyone speak new languages without fear or apprehension.
To help language lovers meet and learn from each other.
To recapture some of what has been lost: face to face contact, the possibilities of new encounters, the thrill of speaking unfamiliar tongues with both new friends and strangers.
Meetup: meetup.com/Diskuto
Diskuto wants to give you a forum to talk in your new language. Or, to talk in an old language you haven’t dusted off in a while. To talk in person.
Locations are chosen to allow maximum language practice in settings that aren't too loud (so, usually not crowded bars).
What to Expect: Diskuto Event Etiquette
For maximum enjoyment, keep these guidelines in mind:
Introduce yourself. If you are coming for the first time, you will have to say your name! It also helps if you state your level of fluency - beginner, intermediate or advanced/fluent.
Meet as many people as possible. You learn and practice more effectively when you have many conversation partners. Challenge yourself by moving around.
Listen! It is the best way to learn. Give everyone a chance to speak. If you find yourself monopolizing the conversation, take a breath and use your ears (well, don't breathe through your ears).
Respect your surroundings. Diskuto outdoor events are in parks, public paths or spaces: We do our utmost to ensure we leave everything as clean as we found it. Similarly, Diskuto indoor events usually take place in a restaurant or café. Respect the venue and support them by buying food and drink there. Don't bring in outside food or drink.
Have no fear. You WILL make many silly mistakes when speaking a less familiar language. It's part of the fun.
RSVP: If you are coming, then RSVP. If you RSVP, then come. It's just polite.
Upcoming events
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French at the Royal Conservatory
The Royal Conservatory of Music, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, CAJoin us for an evening of French conversation at B Espresso Bar in the atrium of the Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music (near St. George station)! We welcome all levels of French, and it's free*. Venez pratiquer votre français!
*While there is no fee to attend this event, guests are expected to purchase something from B Espresso Bar, in accordance with RCM's restrictions on usage of the cafe atrium space.
Building location:
The Royal Conservatory is at 273 Bloor St W, between Varsity Stadium and the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). There are entrances off Bloor St. and Philosopher's Walk. If you enter from Bloor St through the large glass doors, follow the hallway on the left beside the staircase and turn left at the end. (Closest TTC: St. George)Notes and restrictions:
The host may or may not attend this event. Attendees are encouraged to seat themselves at two or more adjacent tables, as needed. Please form groups of 6 people at each table; do not rearrange chairs and tables to accommodate more people, as this obstructs the narrow walking space. Guests are expected to order something from the cafe, and are asked to please refrain from bringing outside food or drink. Attendees must leave the building at 8pm when the cafe stops serving.Contributions:
If you are a regular with us and would like to support the group, please send any contributions by e-transfer to diskutomeetup@gmail.com. The yearly donation goal and amounts received year-to-date will be tracked anonymously on this google sheet. Thank you so much for your support.25 attendeesFrench at the Royal Conservatory
The Royal Conservatory of Music, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, CAJoin us for an evening of French conversation at B Espresso Bar in the atrium of the Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music (near St. George station)! We welcome all levels of French, and it's free*. Venez pratiquer votre français!
*While there is no fee to attend this event, guests are expected to purchase something from B Espresso Bar, in accordance with RCM's restrictions on usage of the cafe atrium space.
Building location:
The Royal Conservatory is at 273 Bloor St W, between Varsity Stadium and the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). There are entrances off Bloor St. and Philosopher's Walk. If you enter from Bloor St through the large glass doors, follow the hallway on the left beside the staircase and turn left at the end. (Closest TTC: St. George)Notes and restrictions:
The host may or may not attend this event. Attendees are encouraged to seat themselves at two or more adjacent tables, as needed. Please form groups of 6 people at each table; do not rearrange chairs and tables to accommodate more people, as this obstructs the narrow walking space. Guests are expected to order something from the cafe, and are asked to please refrain from bringing outside food or drink. Attendees must leave the building at 8pm when the cafe stops serving.Contributions:
If you are a regular with us and would like to support the group, please send any contributions by e-transfer to diskutomeetup@gmail.com. The yearly donation goal and amounts received year-to-date will be tracked anonymously on this google sheet. Thank you so much for your support.7 attendees
Mississauga- let’s speak French/ Parlons français
Lakefront Promenade Park, 800 Lakefront Promenade, Mississauga, ON L5E 0A1, Mississauga, ON, CADISKUTO Mississauga – Promenade au bord de l’eau et moment détente!
Vendredi 12 juin 2026 De 18h00 à 20h00 (et plus...)
Retrouvons-nous pour une agréable rencontre sociale en plein air au bord de l’eau!
Pour profiter des beaux jours, nous déplaçons exceptionnellement notre rencontre habituelle du café vers le magnifique parc Lakefront Promenade à Mississauga.
Au programme : une belle promenade de 45 minutes au bord du lac, suivie d’un moment de détente pour discuter, relaxer et profiter de la soirée ensemble.*Principal lieu de rencontre:
Parc Lakefront Promenade - 800 Lakefront Promenade, Mississauga, ON L5E 0A1Park Information: https://www.mississauga.ca/events-and-attractions/parks/lakefront-promenade/
*Instructions importantes/localisateur de stationnement
Nous nous retrouverons au tout dernier stationnement, près de la rampe de mise à l’eau des bateaux, situé à : 95 A.E. Crookes Headland
Continuez simplement tout droit jusqu’au bout de la route, jusqu’à ce que vous ne puissiez plus aller plus loin.*Merci d’être à l’heure
Veuillez arriver pour 18h00 précises afin que nous puissions commencer la marche tous ensemble.*En cas de retard :
Si le groupe est déjà parti marcher, vous pourrez vous installer près du stationnement et profiter tranquillement de la vue sur le lac. Nous reviendrons à ce point de départ après notre boucle de 45 minutes pour poursuivre la rencontre.*À apporter
- Des chaussures confortables et des vêtements adaptés à la météo
- Des lunettes de soleil et/ou un chapeau
- Un petit sac à dos avec vos boissons et collations préférées
- Une chaise de camping pliante (fortement recommandée) pour s’installer au bord de l’eau après la marche
*Note météo
En cas de pluie ou de mauvais temps, une mise à jour sera publiée sur Meetup avant 16h00 le jour même si l’événement doit être annulé ou reporté.Au plaisir de vous y voir!
Hassane
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