noun
interlocutor; conversation partner
Refers to the person one is speaking with in a dialogue or conversation. Slightly formal; common in academic, linguistic, or professional contexts.
対話者の意見を尊重しながら議論を進めた。
We proceeded with the discussion while respecting the interlocutor's opinion.
言語学では、対話者同士のやり取りを分析する。
In linguistics, interactions between interlocutors are analyzed.
Compound of 対話 (dialogue) + 者 (person).