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Is the word conversa the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The word "conversa" is identical in meaning, spelling, and grammar in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference is in pronunciation. In Brazilian Portuguese, the vowels are more open and clearly articulated; for example, the "e" in conversa is pronounced as an open [ɛ]. In Continental Portuguese, unstressed vowels are often reduced or "closed," meaning the "e" is much more subtle, almost disappearing into a neutral, near-silent [ə] sound.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

  1. A conversa foi muito boa. (The conversation was very good.)
  2. Não me venha com conversa fiada. (Don't come to me with nonsense.)
  3. Tivemos uma conversa séria ontem. (We had a serious talk yesterday.)
  4. Essa conversa é muito importante para nós. (This conversation is very important to us.)
  5. Foi uma conversa rápida e direta. (It was a quick and direct conversation.)

Portuguese (Continental) Examples

  1. A conversa foi muito agradável. (The conversation was very pleasant.)
  2. Não me venhas com conversas! (Don't come to me with excuses!)
  3. Tivemos uma conversa séria ontem. (We had a serious talk yesterday.)
  4. Esta conversa é de extrema importância. (This conversation is of extreme importance.)
  5. Foi uma conversa breve e direta. (It was a brief and direct conversation.)