dialogue
gb/dˈaɪəlˌɔɡ/ us/dˈaɪəlˌɔɡ/
B1
Inglés
~ 5500
Acepciones
0 acepciones
Sustantivo
B2
event
1
serious discussion to improve understanding
A serious talk between people or groups to understand each other better or fix a problem.
Patrón de uso:
dialogue between [groups] about [issue]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use *dialogue* when they mean any casual chat. In everyday speech, *conversation* is more common for normal, informal talk, while *dialogue* usually suggests a more serious, structured, or purposeful discussion between people or groups.
Sinónimos
discussion (More general; can be light or serious, while "dialogue" often suggests a purposeful or formal exchange.)
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talks (Common in news and politics; often used for official, high-level discussions between groups or countries.)
Antónimos
conflict (Highlights the absence of cooperative discussion and the presence of active disagreement or fighting instead.)
Colocaciones
open a dialogue
|constructive dialogue
|dialogue between communities
|political dialogue
|interfaith dialogue
Temas
communication
|politics
|work
|relationships
Ejemplos
- The government called for open dialogue with the protesters to find a peaceful solution.
- We need more dialogue between management and staff if we want these changes to work.
- International dialogue on climate change has become more urgent in recent years.
- The project aims to create dialogue between different religious communities in the city.
- After months of tension, the two sides finally agreed to begin a formal dialogue.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- There is little dialogue between the two countries.
- The teacher wants honest dialogue in the classroom.
- Parents and schools should have regular dialogue about the children.
- The leaders started dialogue to stop the war.
- Good dialogue at work can help solve problems early.
Sustantivo
B1
entity
2
spoken lines of characters
The words that characters say to each other in a story, play, or movie.
Patrón de uso:
the dialogue in [a film / a scene / a novel]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse *dialogue* with *monologue* in film or theater contexts. *Dialogue* is an exchange between at least two characters, while *monologue* is a long speech by one character.
Sinónimos
lines (Informal and often used in theater or film to refer to the exact words an actor has to say.)
Antónimos
narration (Refers to descriptive or explanatory text, not the spoken exchanges between characters.)
Colocaciones
write dialogue
|natural-sounding dialogue
|witty dialogue
|dialogue between the characters
|dialogue-heavy scenes
Temas
arts
|media
|communication
|arts_entertainment
Ejemplos
- The film’s sharp, funny dialogue keeps the audience engaged.
- Some viewers felt the dialogue was unrealistic and too formal.
- She specializes in writing dialogue for animated movies.
- The play had very little dialogue and relied mostly on movement.
- Good dialogue can reveal a lot about a character without any explanation.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The dialogue in this movie is very natural.
- I like the dialogue between the two main characters.
- He is good at writing dialogue for TV shows.
- The book has a lot of fast dialogue.
- We read the dialogue in class and then acted it out.
Verbo
formal
C1
action
3
to engage in serious discussion
To talk seriously with other people or groups to understand each other or fix a problem.
Patrón de uso:
to dialogue with [someone] about [something]
Error frecuente:
Many learners overuse *dialogue* as a verb because it looks similar to verbs in other languages. In modern English, *dialogue* as a verb is formal and less common; in most situations, *talk* or *discuss* is more natural.
Sinónimos
discuss (More general and far more common in everyday English; does not carry the same formal or policy-related flavor as "dialogue" used as a verb.)
Antónimos
ignore (Describes choosing not to talk or respond, the opposite of actively entering into dialogue.)
Colocaciones
dialogue with stakeholders
|dialogue across differences
|dialogue about key issues
|agree to dialogue
|refuse to dialogue
Temas
communication
|politics
|work
|relationships
Ejemplos
- Community leaders agreed to dialogue with residents about the proposed changes.
- The organization aims to dialogue across political lines to reduce polarization.
- They refused to dialogue with the company until basic safety demands were met.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The two groups decided to dialogue about their problems.
- We need to dialogue with our customers before we make this change.
- The school wants to dialogue with parents about the new rules.
- The president said he is willing to dialogue with the opposition.
Sustantivo
literary
C1
entity
4
literary work in conversation form
A book or text where people talk to each other and their talk is used to show ideas.
Patrón de uso:
a philosophical dialogue about [topic]
Sinónimos
philosophical dialogue (More specific; clearly signals that the work is focused on philosophical ideas presented in conversational form.)
Antónimos
treatise (A formal written text that presents ideas in a continuous explanation, not as a conversation between characters.)
Colocaciones
Platonic dialogues
|philosophical dialogue
|Socratic dialogue
|dialogue form
|dialogue as a literary genre
Temas
literature
|philosophy
|arts_entertainment
|education
Ejemplos
- We read one of Plato’s dialogues in our philosophy class.
- The author uses a dialogue between student and teacher to explore moral questions.
- In Renaissance Europe, the dialogue became a popular form for scientific debates.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Plato wrote many famous dialogues.
- In this dialogue, two friends talk about justice.
- The book is not a story but a dialogue about God.
- Our teacher asked us to write a short dialogue on freedom as homework.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
dialogue
AFI
GB/dˈaɪəlˌɔɡ/
US/dˈaɪəlˌɔɡ/
Sílabas y acento
dia - logue (2 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (dia)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: dialogue
- Variant Spelling: dialog
- Plural: dialogue, dialogues
Verb
- Base: dialogue
- Variant Spelling: dialog
- 3rd Person Singular: dialogues
- Present Participle: dialoguing
- Past: dialogued
Familia de palabras
Forms
Negative and opposite forms
monologue
noun B2
Advanced or less common
dialogic
adjective
dialogical
adjective
Aspectos destacados
- Spelling Variant: dialog Verb
- Spelling Variant: dialog Noun
Expresiones
dialogue of the deaf
1/dˈaɪəlˌɔɡ əv ðə dˈɛf/
idiom
formal
discussion where nobody listens
A situation where people talk to each other, but no one really listens or answers the other person's ideas.
Ejemplos
- The debate quickly became a dialogue of the deaf, with each side just repeating its own slogans.
- Some online arguments are basically a dialogue of the deaf.
- Without trust, negotiations risk turning into a dialogue of the deaf.
interfaith dialogue
1/ˌɪntɚfˈeɪθ dˈaɪəlˌɔɡ/
fixed phrase
discussion between different religions
Talks between people or leaders from different religions so they can understand and respect each other better.
Ejemplos
- The city hosts an annual interfaith dialogue to promote peace.
- Interfaith dialogue can reduce fear and misunderstanding between communities.
- She works for an organization that focuses on interfaith dialogue among young people.
meaningful dialogue
1/mˈinɪŋfəl dˈaɪəlˌɔɡ/
fixed phrase
serious, honest, important discussion
A serious and honest talk that goes deep into real problems or feelings, not just small talk.
Ejemplos
- We rarely have meaningful dialogue about race in this country.
- The film encourages meaningful dialogue about how we treat the environment.
- Couples need meaningful dialogue if they want their relationship to grow.
open a dialogue
1/ˈoʊpən ə dˈaɪəlˌɔɡ/
fixed phrase
start a serious discussion
To begin a serious talk between people or groups, usually to solve a problem or improve relations.
Ejemplos
- The company wants to open a dialogue with employees about flexible working hours.
- Local leaders are trying to open a dialogue between the police and the community.
- We need to open a dialogue with our partners before the situation gets worse.
social dialogue
1/sˈoʊʃəl dˈaɪəlˌɔɡ/
fixed phrase
technical
discussion on labor and social policy
Formal talks between worker groups, employers, and the government about jobs, pay, and social policy.
Ejemplos
- The report stresses the importance of social dialogue in creating fair labor laws.
- At the European level, social dialogue plays a key role in shaping employment policy.
- Trade unions called for stronger social dialogue during the economic crisis.
constructive dialogue
1/kənstɹˈʌktɪv dˈaɪəlˌɔɡ/
fixed phrase
problem-solving, helpful discussion
A talk between people where they listen to each other and try to find useful solutions, not just complain or fight.
Ejemplos
- The meeting turned into a constructive dialogue instead of a blame game.
- The two sides agreed to start a constructive dialogue to end the conflict.
- They praised the constructive dialogue between the union and management.
- We need constructive dialogue about climate policy, not political shouting.
- We hope this workshop will lead to constructive dialogue on mental health.