dialogo
/diˈa.lo.ɡo/masculine
The English word 'dialogue' can be translated into Italian as dialogo. If unsure, use dialogo. Wiktionary also lists conversazione and discorso.
Meaning: conversation or other discourse between individuals (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| dialogo | /diˈa.lo.ɡo/ /ˈdja.lo.ɡo/ |
masculine |
| conversazione | /kon.ver.satˈt͡sjo.ne/ | feminine |
| discorso | /disˈkor.so/ /diskoɾt͡so/ |
masculine |
dialogo refers to a conversation or other discourse between individuals.
Which one should you use?
While dialogo implies a two-way exchange between parties, discorso refers to a one-way speech or a formal discourse.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural of dialogo is dialoghi.
How do you pronounce it?
dialogo is pronounced /diˈa.lo.ɡo/. It has 4 syllables, and the stress is on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- The root of discorso comes from the Latin 'discurrere', meaning 'to run about', suggesting that a speech is like a mind running through various points.
- While dialogo means 'dialogue', the Italian word discorso can also mean 'a speech' or even 'a lecture'. If someone says they want to have a discorso with you, it might be a one-sided reprimand rather than a two-way conversation.
- Unlike the English 'conversation' which often implies a generic chat, using conversazione in Italian can sometimes carry a slightly more elegant or old-fashioned tone, reminiscent of 19th-century salons.
Examples in context
- È aperto al dialogo.He's open to dialogue.This sentence is useful for showing how someone can be open to dialogo.Tatoeba #11616595 by Nuel, translation #11616594 by Nuel
- È abile nell'intavolare un dialogo.She's skilled at engaging in dialogue.This sentence is useful for describing skill in engaging in dialogo.Tatoeba #12991208 by Nuel, translation #12991203 by Nuel
- Vorrei ritrovare un dialogo con lei.I'd like to re-establish a dialogue with her.This sentence is useful for expressing the desire to re-establish a dialogo.Tatoeba #11576407 by Nuel, translation #11576406 by Nuel
- Ho bisogno di parlare con te.I need to talk to you.
- Va bene, cosa devo fare?Alright, what should I do?
- Sai che cosa è successo ieri?Do you know what happened yesterday?
- No, dimmi tutto!No, tell me everything!
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Example conversation
Chiara and Lorenzo are discussing how to resolve a conflict.
- ChiaraDobbiamo iniziare un dialogo per risolvere questo problema.We need to start a dialogue to solve this problem.
- LorenzoHai ragione, Lorenzo è d'accordo con te.You are right, Lorenzo agrees with you.
- ChiaraPreferirei un dialogo onesto e sincero.I would prefer an honest and sincere dialogue.
- LorenzoCertamente, parleremo chiaramente di tutto.Certainly, we will talk clearly about everything.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “dialogue” translations and entries dialogo, conversazione, discorso, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries conversazione, dialogo, discorso, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
