Conversational Search is a search technology that allows users to interact with search engines using natural, human-like language, often in the form of questions or dialogue. In the context of Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), it focuses on optimizing content to provide direct, clear answers to conversational queries, improving the chances of being featured in answer boxes or voice search results.
Synonyms: natural language search, voice search, conversational AI search, dialogue search

Conversational Search is important because it aligns with how people naturally ask questions, especially with the rise of voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant. Optimizing for conversational search helps websites and content creators capture more traffic by answering specific questions users ask in everyday language.
Conversational Search is used in voice-activated devices, chatbots, and search engines that understand and respond to natural language queries. It enables users to have a back-and-forth interaction with technology, making search more intuitive and efficient.
Examples include asking a voice assistant, "What is the weather today?" or typing a question like "How do I bake a chocolate cake?" into a search engine. The search engine then provides a concise, relevant answer rather than a list of links.