French Conversation · Level 48
74 words
French word
dialoguer
Pronunciation
IPA/djaloge/
Meaning
- verbtalk
Example
Avant de décider, il faut dialoguer calmement.
Before deciding, we need to talk things through calmly.
More examples
Ils ont décidé de dialoguer pour éviter un malentendu.
They decided to talk to avoid a misunderstanding.
Core concept
A calm two-way exchange in which each side listens, responds, and adjusts its view.
Common phrases
dialoguer avec quelqu'un
talk with someone
dialoguer en privé
talk privately
dialoguer ouvertement
talk openly
Similar words
parler: Use spoken words to communicate.
discuter: Examine a topic by sharing ideas and opinions in detail.
échanger: Share information or views through mutual exchange.
négocier: Seek agreement on terms or demands through proposals and concessions.
Definition in French
Échanger des idées ou des arguments de façon réciproque pour mieux se comprendre ou chercher un accord.
Word origin
French formed dialoguer from the noun dialogue by adding the productive verb suffix -er, preserving the idea of an exchange between speakers.
Usage tips
- Dialoguer is more purposeful than parler and usually suggests an effort to understand or find common ground rather than simple speech.