dialogue
Translation
dialogue, conversation, discussion
Examples
The play has some very witty dialogue.
The play has some very witty dialogue.
We need to have a dialogue about this issue.
We need to have a dialogue about this issue.
Grammar Patterns
a dialogue ((with sb.)) ((about sth.)) to have a dialogue with someone about a problem.
dialogue (uncountable) The film's dialogue was excellent.
Similar Words
Synonyms: conversation, discussion, talk, chat
Etymology
From Greek 'dialogos', from 'dia-' (through, across) + 'logos' (speech, word). It means speech that goes across between people.
Memory Tips
'Dia-' means two or across, like in 'diameter'. 'Logue' relates to words. So, it's 'words across' between people.