Dialogue Writing

Introduction

A dialogue is a literary composition in the form of a conversation between two people. While writing a dialogue, the situation, the characters and their points of view have to be taken into account. Command over vocabulary and grammar is necessary to frame a dialogue correctly.

Points to remember

1. A dialogue does not follow any set rule or format.

2. The idea expressed should be coherent. 

3. The language used should be conversational.

4. The conversation should be spontaneous, taking into consideration the ideal way in which the character would react and put across his thoughts.

A dialogue is a literary composition in the form of a conversation between two people. While writing a dialogue, the situation, the characters and their points of view have to be taken into account. Command over vocabulary and grammar is necessary to frame a dialogue correctly.

Points to remember

1. A dialogue does not follow any set rule or format.

2. The idea expressed should be coherent. 

3. The language used should be conversational.

4. The conversation should be spontaneous, taking into consideration the ideal way in which the character would react and put across his thoughts.

Q. Write a dialogue between a teacher and the principal discussing the issue of bunking.

Answer:

Teacher: Good morning, sir. I wanted to discuss an important issue with you.

Principal: Good morning! You look worried. What is the issue?

Teacher: Sir, my concern is the increasing number of students bunking classes. We need to take strict measures to curb this problem; otherwise, it will bring a bad name for our school. 

Principal: You are right. I too have been thinking over the matter for quite some time. I will call for an urgent meeting today, after school hours, to discuss the matter.

Teacher: I am sorry, but I will not be able to attend the meeting as I am taking half day leave. However, according to me, special staff should be appointed to keep a check on the students.

Principal: I appreciate your concern and shall consider your suggestion while planning a strategy to r…