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reader, CMMP  +, writes (6 February 2018):
It doesn't really matter unless you plan on avoiding the "chat"for the rest of your life. You might as well find out yourself.
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reader, mystiquek +, writes (5 February 2018):
 For all intents and purposes they mean the same thing but to me "we need to chat" sounds a little less formal and more friendly whereas "we need to talk" reminds me something a boss says to an employee or when someone isn't happy with you or the situation.
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reader, Honeypie +, writes (4 February 2018):
 I'd guess the same.
Something is not working for your partner (is my guess) and she wants to discuss it with you. DOESN'T mean you are heading for a break up but it could be.
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reader, Andie's Thoughts  +, writes (4 February 2018):
 They both literally ONLY mean "we need to chat/talk". It could be to talk about anything, not necessarily something negative.
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