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discusión

/dis-koo-SYOHN/

argument

Two stylized cartoon people standing face-to-face, yelling at each other with angry, frustrated expressions, symbolizing a heated argument.

Discusión, meaning 'argument', often involves a heated disagreement between two parties.

discusión(noun)

fA2

argument

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a heated disagreement

,

dispute

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a formal disagreement

Also:

discussion

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general exchange of views

📝 In Action

Tuvieron una discusión fuerte sobre quién lavaría los platos.

A2

They had a strong argument about who would wash the dishes.

La discusión se alargó por más de una hora.

B1

The discussion went on for more than an hour.

No me gusta entrar en discusiones con mis vecinos.

B1

I don't like getting into disputes with my neighbors.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • pelea (fight/brawl (more physical))
  • riña (quarrel/squabble)
  • debate (debate (structured))

Antonyms

  • acuerdo (agreement)
  • consenso (consensus)

Common Collocations

  • tener una discusión – to have an argument/discussion
  • entrar en discusión – to get into an argument

💡 Grammar Points

Always Feminine

Remember to use the feminine articles: 'la discusión' or 'una discusión'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Too Mild Translation

Mistake: "Thinking 'discusión' only means 'discussion' (a calm chat)."

Correction: In Spanish, 'discusión' often implies conflict or disagreement, like an 'argument.' If you mean a peaceful chat, use 'conversación' or 'charla' instead.

⭐ Usage Tips

Softening the Word

If you need to emphasize that the exchange was calm, you can say 'una discusión tranquila' (a calm discussion).

A person sitting at a wooden desk, intently using a large magnifying glass to examine details on an open book, symbolizing detailed analysis.

In academic writing, discusión can refer to the 'analysis' or detailed examination of a topic.

discusión(noun)

fC1

analysis

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in academic writing

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examination

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a detailed review of data or topics

📝 In Action

El último capítulo contiene la discusión de los resultados de la investigación.

C1

The final chapter contains the analysis of the research results.

La discusión del tribunal se prolongó hasta la medianoche.

C1

The examination by the court lasted until midnight.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • análisis (analysis)
  • examen (examination)

Common Collocations

  • sección de discusión – discussion section (in a paper)
  • discusión profunda – deep examination

⭐ Usage Tips

Academic Context

When you see 'discusión' in a scientific paper or legal document, it usually means the section where the author reviews and interprets the data, not a fight.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: discusión

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'discusión' in the sense of a formal, academic review?

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Word Family

discutir(to discuss, to argue) - verb
discutible(debatable, questionable) - adjective

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'discusión' and 'conversación'?

'Conversación' is a general, neutral chat or talk. 'Discusión' often carries the weight of having opposing views, even if it's not a full-blown argument. If you mean a friendly exchange, use 'conversación'.

Is 'discusión' masculine or feminine?

It is always feminine: 'la discusión.' Most Spanish nouns ending in -ción are feminine.