VocabJLPT N1
dialogue
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. questions and answers
  2. 2. dialogue
This noun means a question-and-answer exchange or dialogue, often implying a back-and-forth discussion. It can refer to a formal debate, a Zen philosophical exchange, or simply a conversation involving questions and responses. The term can sometimes carry a nuance of pointless or circular argument.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He's probably the type to choose silence over back-and-forth.

Sentence 2

I said "I'll look into it" on the spot and wrapped up the exchange.

Sentence 3

I think I probably enjoy the exchange itself more than the answers.

Sentence 4

"Here we go again," I muttered to myself, and kept going back and forth.

Sentence 5

The back-and-forth with the other party's representative was amicable and led to an agreement.