need to talk to you vs need to talk with you

Both 'need to talk to you' and 'need to talk with you' are commonly used phrases in English, but they have slightly different nuances. 'Need to talk to you' implies a one-way communication where the speaker needs to convey something to the listener. On the other hand, 'need to talk with you' suggests a two-way conversation where both parties are expected to participate actively.

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need to talk to you

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when the speaker needs to convey something to the listener. It implies a one-way communication.

Examples:

I need to talk to you about the project deadline.
She needs to talk to you about the upcoming event.
He needs to talk to you about your performance.
The manager needs to talk to you about your attendance.
The teacher needs to talk to you about your grades.

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Donna, I need to talk to you about Auntie Momma.
Vince, I need to talk to you about something.
Adam, I need to talk to you.
Kenny... I need to talk to you.
I need to talk to you about your daughter.
I need to talk to you about your equipment here.
Jack, I need to talk to you.
Renee, I need to talk to you.
Actually, I need to talk to you.
Jane, I need to talk to you.
Sydney, I need to talk to you right away.
Ruby, I need to talk to you.
Natalia, I need to talk to you outside.
Alistair, I need to talk to you...
Michael, I need to talk to you.
Listen, I need to talk to you about something.
But first I need to talk to you about cupcakes.
I need to talk to you about a murder.
Joshua, I need to talk to you about something.
I need to talk to you for a minute.

Alternatives:

need to speak to you
need to have a conversation with you
need to discuss with you
need to inform you
need to tell you

need to talk with you

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when the speaker wants to engage in a two-way conversation with the listener. It implies active participation from both parties.

Examples:

I need to talk with you about our future plans.
She needs to talk with you about the issue.
He needs to talk with you about the decision.
The team needs to talk with you about the strategy.
The counselor needs to talk with you about your concerns.

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I need to talk with you, mom.
Eva, I need to talk with you.
Because I need to talk with you.
- Pa, I need to talk with you.
I need to talk with you, Dr. House.
I really need to talk with you, but it's kind of personal.
Actually, I need to talk with you.
I need to talk with you very seriously.
Kermit, I need to talk with you.
Brittany, I need to talk with you about something.
I need to talk with you soon... immediately!
Well, I need to talk with you about that.
Pierce, Abed, I need to talk with you in the hall?

Alternatives:

need to have a discussion with you
need to chat with you
need to confer with you
need to communicate with you
need to exchange ideas with you

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