conversation piece

• Assunto, tema ou objeto interessante ou incomum que serve para iniciar ou estimular uma conversa entre as pessoas.

An object, topic, or unusual item that is interesting or unusual enough to start or stimulate a discussion among people.

1. B2informal

   An unusual or interesting object that attracts attention and encourages people to talk about it.

   Objeto de conversa

   • The antique clock in the living room is a real conversation piece.
   • She bought a quirky sculpture as a conversation piece for her office.
   • That painting is such a conversation piece; everyone asks about it.