dialog
gb/dˈaɪəlɔɡ/ us/dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
B1
English
párbeszéd, beszélgetés, szöveg, egyeztetés, párbeszédpanel, párbeszédablak, párbeszédet folytat
NOUN
B1
1
párbeszéd
B1
beszélgetés
A2
Usage pattern:
a dialog (between [people/groups]) (about/on [topic])
The counselor encouraged open dialog between the parents and the school.
A tanácsadó nyílt párbeszédet szorgalmazott a szülők és az iskola között.
We need more dialog and less blaming if we want to fix this.
Ha ezt meg akarjuk oldani, több párbeszédre és kevesebb hibáztatásra van szükség.
After the meeting, they continued their dialog over coffee.
Learner examples
We had a dialog about our plans.
Beszélgettünk a terveinkről.
Good dialog can solve problems.
A jó párbeszéd segíthet megoldani a problémákat.
Common mistake:
In general writing, the more common spelling is dialogue; dialog is especially common in computing and some American usage.
Meaning
a conversation between people
Collocations
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
Synonyms
conversation (The most common everyday word.)
|
discussion (Often suggests a more serious or organized talk.)
Antonyms
silence (No speaking or exchange of words.)
|
monologue (One person speaking without back-and-forth exchange.)
Themes
communication
|daily_life
Definition
a talk between two or more people
A conversation or exchange of spoken words between two or more people.
NOUN
B2
2
Usage pattern:
the dialog (in/of [a film/play/scene])
The dialog felt realistic, like something people actually say.
A párbeszédek életszerűnek hatottak, mintha az emberek tényleg így beszélnének.
Several lines of dialog were cut from the final version.
A végső változatból több sornyi párbeszédet kivágtak.
The sound mix made the dialog hard to understand.
Learner examples
I like the dialog in this movie.
Tetszenek a párbeszédek ebben a filmben.
The actors speak the dialog clearly.
A színészek érthetően mondják a szöveget.
Common mistake:
Do not confuse dialog with monologue (one character speaking for a long time).
Meaning
spoken lines in a play
Collocations
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
Synonyms
lines (Informal term for the words actors speak.)
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speech (Broader; can include non-conversational speaking.)
Antonyms
silence (No spoken words in the scene.)
Themes
arts
|film_tv
|writing
Definition
the words the actors say in a movie or play
The words spoken by characters in a play, film, TV show, or other scripted performance.
NOUN
B2
FORMAL
3
párbeszéd
B1
egyeztetés
B2
Usage pattern:
dialog (between [groups]) (to [do something])
The mayor called for dialog between the police and community leaders.
A polgármester párbeszédet sürgetett a rendőrség és a közösség vezetői között.
Years of dialog helped reduce tensions in the region.
Az évekig tartó párbeszéd segített csökkenteni a feszültséget a térségben.
Without dialog, the dispute will only get worse.
Learner examples
The two sides began a dialog.
A két fél párbeszédet kezdett.
Dialog can help people agree.
A párbeszéd segíthet abban, hogy az emberek megállapodjanak.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse dialog where discussion or talks sounds more natural; dialog often emphasizes two-way listening and understanding.
Meaning
formal discussion to resolve issues
Collocations
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
Synonyms
talks (Often used for negotiations between groups or governments.)
|
negotiation (More specific: bargaining to reach an agreement.)
Antonyms
confrontation (Conflict rather than cooperative discussion.)
|
deadlock (A situation where discussion fails to progress.)
Themes
politics
|business
|society
|communication
Definition
a serious talk to find agreement
A formal or organized discussion between people or groups, especially intended to improve understanding or solve a disagreement.
NOUN
B2
4
párbeszéd
B1
Usage pattern:
dialog (between [characters])
The author uses dialog to reveal the characters’ relationships.
A szerző párbeszédekkel mutatja meg a szereplők kapcsolatait.
Try reading the dialog aloud to see if it sounds natural.
Próbáld hangosan felolvasni a párbeszédet, hogy kiderüljön, természetesen hangzik-e.
Too much dialog can slow down the pace of a chapter.
Learner examples
This book has a lot of dialog.
Ebben a könyvben sok a párbeszéd.
I practice dialog in English class.
Párbeszédeket gyakorlok az angolórán.
Common mistake:
Do not confuse dialog (the conversation) with quotation marks (the punctuation used to show it).
Meaning
conversation written in a text
Collocations
write dialog
|edit dialog
|add dialog
|dialog between characters
|natural dialog
|stiff dialog
|dialog tag
|dialog-heavy
|dialog scene
|dialog practice
Synonyms
conversation (General term; does not specifically suggest written form.)
Antonyms
narration (Text that tells events rather than showing characters speaking.)
Themes
writing
|education
|arts
Definition
written words that show people talking
Conversation presented in writing, for example in a novel, short story, or script.
NOUN
B1
TECHNICAL
5
Usage pattern:
a dialog (box) (for [task])
A dialog popped up asking me to confirm the deletion.
Felugrott egy párbeszédpanel, amely a törlés megerősítését kérte.
Click ‘Advanced’ to open the settings dialog.
Kattints a „Speciális” gombra a beállítási párbeszédpanel megnyitásához.
If the dialog doesn’t appear, check your pop-up blocker.
Learner examples
A dialog appears on the screen.
Megjelenik egy párbeszédpanel a képernyőn.
I clicked OK in the dialog.
Az OK gombra kattintottam a párbeszédpanelen.
Common mistake:
In everyday conversation, people often say window or pop-up; dialog is common in software instructions.
Meaning
small window asking for input
Collocations
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
Synonyms
pop-up window (Less technical; can include other kinds of pop-ups.)
|
prompt (Focuses on the request for input rather than the window itself.)
Antonyms
background process (Runs without showing a window or requesting user input.)
Themes
technology
|computing
Definition
a small computer window that asks you to do something
In software, a small window or panel that appears to show information or ask the user to choose options or enter information.
VERB
C1
FORMAL
6
Usage pattern:
dialog with [someone] (about/on [topic])
The company says it will dialog with local residents before building the plant.
A vállalat azt mondja, hogy párbeszédet fog folytatni a helyi lakosokkal, mielőtt megépíti az üzemet.
Leaders need to dialog with each other instead of trading insults.
A vezetőknek párbeszédet kell folytatniuk egymással, nem pedig egymást sértegetniük.
The group refused to dialog on the issue.
Learner examples
We should dialog about the problem.
Párbeszédet kellene folytatnunk a problémáról.
The two sides dialog with each other.
A két fél párbeszédet folytat egymással.
Common mistake:
Many writers prefer the verb dialogue (or talk) instead of dialog; dialog as a verb is less common in general English.
Meaning
talk with someone to resolve
Collocations
dialog with stakeholders
|dialog with the community
|dialog about reform
|dialog openly
|dialog regularly
Synonyms
dialogue (More common spelling and form for the verb.)
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engage (Broader; can mean participate without implying two-way exchange.)
Antonyms
ignore (Refuse to respond or engage in communication.)
|
stonewall (Refuse to cooperate or communicate in discussion.)
Themes
communication
|business
|society
Definition
to talk with someone to understand each other
To communicate in an open exchange of ideas with someone, especially to improve understanding or reach agreement.
Grammar
Dictionary form
dialog
IPA
GB/dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
US/dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
Syllables & stress
dia - log (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (dia)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: dialog
- Variant Spelling: dialogue
- Plural: dialog, dialogs
Verb
- Base: dialog
- Variant Spelling: dialogue
- 3rd Person Singular: dialogs
- Present Participle: dialoging
- Past: dialoged
Word family
Expressions
close the dialog
1/klˈoʊz ðə dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
fixed phrase
technical
dismiss a dialog window
to make the small window go away
Examples
- Press Esc to close the dialog without saving.
- Click Cancel to close the dialog.
- You can’t continue until you close the dialog.
Learner examples
- I closed the dialog.
- Press Esc to close the dialog.
constructive dialog
1/kənstɹˈʌktɪv dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
fixed phrase
formal
helpful, solution-focused discussion
a helpful talk that tries to find solutions
Examples
- Both sides said they wanted constructive dialog, not accusations.
- The workshop created space for constructive dialog.
- Constructive dialog can rebuild trust after a conflict.
Learner examples
- We need constructive dialog.
- They had a constructive dialog.
dialog with
1/dˈaɪəlɔɡ wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase
formal
talk openly with someone
to talk with someone to understand each other
Examples
- 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.
Learner examples
- They will dialog with the community.
- I want to dialog with my manager.
in dialog with
1/ˈɪn dˈaɪəlɔɡ wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase
formal
in active communication with
to be talking and sharing ideas with
Examples
- 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.
Learner examples
- We are in dialog with our partners.
open a dialog
1/ˈoʊpən ə dˈaɪəlɔɡ/
fixed phrase
technical
show a dialog window
to make a small window appear
Examples
- 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.
Learner examples
- Click here to open a dialog.
- I opened a dialog and chose a file.