Angličtina

dialog

gb/dˈaɪəlɔɡ/ us/dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
B1 Angličtina
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Podstatné jméno B1 process
1

a conversation between people

a talk between two or more people

Vzorec užití: a dialog (between [people/groups]) (about/on [topic])
Častá chyba:
In general writing, the more common spelling is dialogue; dialog is especially common in computing and some American usage.
Synonyma
conversation (The most common everyday word.) | discussion (Often suggests a more serious or organized talk.)
Antonyma
silence (No speaking or exchange of words.) | monologue (One person speaking without back-and-forth exchange.)
Kolokace
have a dialog |start a dialog |continue the dialog |open a dialog |a dialog between friends |a dialog about politics |constructive dialog |honest dialog |meaningful dialog |two-way dialog
Témata
communication |daily_life
Příklady
  • The counselor encouraged open dialog between the parents and the school.
  • We need more dialog and less blaming if we want to fix this.
  • After the meeting, they continued their dialog over coffee.
Učební příklady
  • We had a dialog about our plans.
  • Good dialog can solve problems.
Podstatné jméno B2 entity
2

spoken lines in a play

the words the actors say in a movie or play

Vzorec užití: the dialog (in/of [a film/play/scene])
Častá chyba:
Do not confuse dialog with monologue (one character speaking for a long time).
Synonyma
lines (Informal term for the words actors speak.) | speech (Broader; can include non-conversational speaking.)
Antonyma
silence (No spoken words in the scene.)
Kolokace
dialog in the film |snappy dialog |natural-sounding dialog |bad dialog |witty dialog |memorable dialog |deliver the dialog |write dialog |record dialog |dub the dialog
Témata
arts |film_tv |writing
Příklady
  • The dialog felt realistic, like something people actually say.
  • Several lines of dialog were cut from the final version.
  • The sound mix made the dialog hard to understand.
Učební příklady
  • I like the dialog in this movie.
  • The actors speak the dialog clearly.
Podstatné jméno formal B2 process
3

formal discussion to resolve issues

a serious talk to find agreement

Vzorec užití: dialog (between [groups]) (to [do something])
Častá chyba:
Learners may overuse dialog where discussion or talks sounds more natural; dialog often emphasizes two-way listening and understanding.
Synonyma
talks (Often used for negotiations between groups or governments.) | negotiation (More specific: bargaining to reach an agreement.)
Antonyma
confrontation (Conflict rather than cooperative discussion.) | deadlock (A situation where discussion fails to progress.)
Kolokace
political dialog |peace dialog |community dialog |dialog with stakeholders |dialog between unions and management |renew the dialog |facilitate dialog |constructive dialog |ongoing dialog |open a dialog channel
Témata
politics |business |society |communication
Příklady
  • The mayor called for dialog between the police and community leaders.
  • Years of dialog helped reduce tensions in the region.
  • Without dialog, the dispute will only get worse.
Učební příklady
  • The two sides began a dialog.
  • Dialog can help people agree.
Podstatné jméno B2 entity
4

conversation written in a text

written words that show people talking

Vzorec užití: dialog (between [characters])
Častá chyba:
Do not confuse dialog (the conversation) with quotation marks (the punctuation used to show it).
Synonyma
conversation (General term; does not specifically suggest written form.)
Antonyma
narration (Text that tells events rather than showing characters speaking.)
Kolokace
write dialog |edit dialog |add dialog |dialog between characters |natural dialog |stiff dialog |dialog tag |dialog-heavy |dialog scene |dialog practice
Témata
writing |education |arts
Příklady
  • The author uses dialog to reveal the characters’ relationships.
  • Try reading the dialog aloud to see if it sounds natural.
  • Too much dialog can slow down the pace of a chapter.
Učební příklady
  • This book has a lot of dialog.
  • I practice dialog in English class.
Podstatné jméno technical B1 entity
5

small window asking for input

a small computer window that asks you to do something

Vzorec užití: a dialog (box) (for [task])
Častá chyba:
In everyday conversation, people often say window or pop-up; dialog is common in software instructions.
Synonyma
pop-up window (Less technical; can include other kinds of pop-ups.) | prompt (Focuses on the request for input rather than the window itself.)
Antonyma
background process (Runs without showing a window or requesting user input.)
Kolokace
dialog box |open a dialog |close the dialog |a settings dialog |a confirmation dialog |a file dialog |modal dialog |show a dialog |dismiss the dialog |dialog appears
Témata
technology |computing
Příklady
  • A dialog popped up asking me to confirm the deletion.
  • Click ‘Advanced’ to open the settings dialog.
  • If the dialog doesn’t appear, check your pop-up blocker.
Učební příklady
  • A dialog appears on the screen.
  • I clicked OK in the dialog.
Sloveso formal C1 action
6

talk with someone to resolve

to talk with someone to understand each other

Vzorec užití: dialog with [someone] (about/on [topic])
Častá chyba:
Many writers prefer the verb dialogue (or talk) instead of dialog; dialog as a verb is less common in general English.
Synonyma
dialogue (More common spelling and form for the verb.) | engage (Broader; can mean participate without implying two-way exchange.)
Antonyma
ignore (Refuse to respond or engage in communication.) | stonewall (Refuse to cooperate or communicate in discussion.)
Kolokace
dialog with stakeholders |dialog with the community |dialog about reform |dialog openly |dialog regularly
Témata
communication |business |society
Příklady
  • The company says it will dialog with local residents before building the plant.
  • Leaders need to dialog with each other instead of trading insults.
  • The group refused to dialog on the issue.
Učební příklady
  • We should dialog about the problem.
  • The two sides dialog with each other.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
dialog
IPA
GB/dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
US/dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
Slabiky a přízvuk
dia - log (2 slabiky)
Stress on 1st syllable (dia)
Tvary slova
Noun
  • Base: dialog
  • Variant Spelling: dialogue
  • Plural: dialog, dialogs
Verb
  • Base: dialog
  • Variant Spelling: dialogue
  • 3rd Person Singular: dialogs
  • Present Participle: dialoging
  • Past: dialoged
Příbuzná slova
Forms
dialogue verb B2 dialogs noun dialoging verb dialoged verb
Related words
monologue noun B2
Advanced or less common
dialogic adjective
Výrazy

close the dialog

1
/klˈoʊz ðə dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
fixed phrase technical

dismiss a dialog window

to make the small window go away

Příklady
  • Press Esc to close the dialog without saving.
  • Click Cancel to close the dialog.
  • You can’t continue until you close the dialog.

constructive dialog

1
/kənstɹˈʌktɪv dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
fixed phrase formal

helpful, solution-focused discussion

a helpful talk that tries to find solutions

Příklady
  • Both sides said they wanted constructive dialog, not accusations.
  • The workshop created space for constructive dialog.
  • Constructive dialog can rebuild trust after a conflict.

dialog with

1
/dˈaɪəlɔɡ wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase formal

talk openly with someone

to talk with someone to understand each other

Příklady
  • The minister agreed to dialog with opposition leaders.
  • We want to dialog with customers about what they need.
  • The organization has refused to dialog with reporters.

in dialog with

1
/ˈɪn dˈaɪəlɔɡ wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase formal

in active communication with

to be talking and sharing ideas with

Příklady
  • The team stayed in dialog with residents throughout the project.
  • Her work is in dialog with earlier feminist writers.
  • We’re in dialog with regulators about the new rules.

open a dialog

1
/ˈoʊpən ə dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
fixed phrase technical

show a dialog window

to make a small window appear

Příklady
  • Click the icon to open a dialog for printing options.
  • The app opens a dialog when you try to quit without saving.
  • Use Ctrl+F to open a dialog for searching.

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