Spanish word

dialogar

Pronunciation

IPA/djaloˈɣaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbdiscuss

Example

Tenemos que dialogar sobre esto.

We have to discuss this.

Illustration for dialogar (discuss)

More examples

Dialogar con alguien ayuda a resolver malentendidos.

Discussing with someone helps resolve misunderstandings.

Core concept

Two people at a table aiming to reach agreement.

Common phrases

  • dialogar con alguien

    discuss with someone

  • dialogar sobre algo

    discuss something

  • dialogar abiertamente

    discuss openly

Similar words

hablar: Address someone verbally to communicate information, ideas, or emotions.
conversar: Carry on a friendly, considerate exchange of views or casual conversation.
discutir: Challenge opposing views and debate to reach clarity or resolve conflicts.

Definition in Spanish

Intercambiar opiniones mediante habla y escucha para llegar a un acuerdo o comprensión mutua.

Word origin

Derived from diálogo (ultimately Greek διάλογος dia 'through' + logos 'speech'), turned into a Spanish -ar verb to denote exchanging opinions toward agreement or understanding.

Usage tips

  • Often used when the aim is negotiation or consensus, and commonly appears with con or sobre to name the partner or topic (dialogar con alguien, dialogar sobre X).

Other meanings

  • engage in dialogueverb
  • converseverb

Opposites

Related words

  • diálogodialoguenoun
  • dialoganteinterlocutornoun

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