Discuto (en. I discuss)

/disˈkuto/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
To present and analyze arguments about a topic to reach a conclusion.
I discuss my ideas with my colleagues to improve the project.
Discuto mis ideas con mis compañeros para mejorar el proyecto.
To hold an opinion in opposition to someone else's.
I often argue with him about politics.
A menudo discuto con él sobre política.
To claim or complain about a topic.
She argues with the boss about working conditions.
Ella discute con el jefe sobre las condiciones laborales.

Etymology

From Latin 'discutere', meaning 'to shake, separate' or 'to examine'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to argue in the family
To talk about family or common interest topics in a family setting.
discutir en familia
to discuss a topic
To analyze or debate a specific issue.
discutir un tema
there is nothing to discuss
It is used to indicate that there are no differences or disagreements in a situation.
no hay nada que discutir

Related Words

discussion
Exchange of ideas or arguments about a topic.
discusión
debatable
That can be discussed or debated.
discutible
discursive
Relating to speech or discussion.
discursivo

Slang Meanings

To argue in a friendly or joking tone.
Don't get mad, we were just joking around.
No te enojes, solo estábamos discutiendo en broma.
To reach an agreement after a heated discussion.
Despite the fight, in the end we argued and reached an agreement.
A pesar de la pelea, al final discutimos y llegamos a un acuerdo.