Communication Quote by Elizabeth Bowen
“Dialogue should show the relationships among people.”
About This Quote
Dialogue should reveal how characters relate, not just convey information.
In simple terms: Dialogue reveals relationships.
Focus on relational dynamics in speech.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- scriptwriting
- novel writing
- theater
- interpersonal communication
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does dialogue shape character perception?
- When does dialogue become exposition?
Overemphasis on exposition can hinder natural flow.