Monolog

monologue

noun mo-no-LOG Rare

Origin: from Greek 'monologos'

Usage Note

Monolog is a long solo speech by a single character; also used for any extended one-sided talk where one person dominates. Compare Dialog (dialogue). Plural Monologe.

Examples

"Der berühmte Monolog wurde von allen Zuschauern gespannt verfolgt."

Natural Translation

The famous monologue was followed with rapt attention by all audience members.

Literal Translation

The famous monologue was by all spectators tensely followed.

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