Discusión (en. Discussion)

/diskuˈsjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Exchange of ideas, opinions, or arguments between people on a specific topic.
The discussion about climate change is very important.
La discusión sobre el cambio climático es muy importante.
Debate or prolonged argument that may arise in a conversation.
They had a heated discussion during the meeting.
Tuvieron una discusión acalorada durante la reunión.
Difference of opinions that can generate disagreement.
The discussion among politicians about the law was highly publicized.
La discusión entre los políticos sobre la ley fue muy mediática.

Etymology

From Latin discussio, -onis.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a discussion
to maintain an exchange of opinions that can become lively or conflictual.
tener una discusión
to be the subject of discussion
to be a topic of interest or debate among people.
ser objeto de discusión
to give rise to a discussion
to provoke or initiate an exchange of opinions.
dar pie a una discusión

Related Words

debate
Formal discussion on a particular topic.
debate
opinion
Judgment or belief one has about something.
opinión
argument
Reasoning presented to defend a position.
argumento

Slang Meanings

to chat intensely
We were in such an intense discussion that we lost track of time.
Estuvimos en una discusión tan intensa que se nos pasó el tiempo.
verbal fight
The discussion got out of control and they started yelling at each other.
La discusión se salió de control y empezaron a gritarse.