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Dialog Meaning, Examples & Usage Guide (2 meaning)

Meaning 1：conversation (dialog)

dialog 🔊

/ˈdaɪəˌlɔːɡ/

A conversation between two or more people, especially in a book, play, or movie.

conversation 🔊

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/ˌkɑːnvərˈseɪʃən/

A spoken or written exchange between two or more people, typically in a literary work, play, or movie.

📁 Category：Culture & History 🔖 Level：Elementary

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Greek 'dialogos' (dia- 'through' + logos 'speech').

💡 Mnemonic

Dia ('through') + log ('speech') = speech that goes through minds, i.e., a conversation.

📖 Example

The playwright spent weeks perfecting the dialog between the two main characters, making it sound natural and engaging. 🔊 The playwright spent weeks perfecting the dialog between the two main characters, making it sound natural and engaging.

🔗 Collocations

engage in dialog – To participate in a conversation.

a candid dialog – An honest and open conversation.

dialog between parents and children – A conversation between parents and children.

🔄 Synonyms

conversation (n.) – An informal talk between two or more people.

discussion (n.) – A detailed conversation about a particular topic.

chat (n.) – An informal and light conversation.

🚫 Antonyms

monologue (n.) – A long speech by one person, without interaction.

silence (n.) – Absence of speech or conversation.

🌱 Derivatives

dialogic (adj.) – Relating to or in the form of dialogue.

dialogist (n.) – A person who writes or participates in a dialogue.

dialogue (n.) – An alternative spelling of dialog, often used in formal writing.

📖 Cultural Story

Dialog traces back to Plato's philosophical works, where dialogue was used to explore ideas. The term entered English via Old French 'dialog' in the 14th century, referring to written conversations.

Meaning 2：formal discussion (dialog)

dialog 🔊

/ˈdaɪəˌlɔːɡ/

A formal discussion between different groups, especially to solve problems or reach agreements.

formal discussion 🔊

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/ˈfɔːrməl dɪˈskʌʃən/

A structured exchange of views between parties, often to resolve issues or reach agreements, especially in diplomatic, business, or political contexts.

📁 Category：Countries & Government 🔖 Level：Intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

Leaders from both countries held a high-level dialog to discuss climate change cooperation and future trade agreements. 🔊 Leaders from both countries held a high-level dialog to discuss climate change cooperation and future trade agreements.

🔗 Collocations

hold a dialog – To conduct a formal discussion.

a diplomatic dialog – A formal discussion between diplomats.

open a dialog – To start a formal exchange of views or negotiations.

🔄 Synonyms

negotiation (n.) – A formal discussion to reach an agreement.

talks (n. (plural)) – Formal discussions between groups, often in politics.

debate (n.) – A formal discussion with opposing arguments.

🚫 Antonyms

conflict (n.) – A serious disagreement without constructive dialogue.

ultimatum (n.) – A final demand without room for discussion.

🌱 Derivatives

dialogic (adj.) – Relating to or in the form of dialogue.

dialogist (n.) – A person who writes or participates in a dialogue.

dialogue (n.) – An alternative spelling of dialog, often used in formal writing.