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discusión

dis-koo-SYOHN/diskuˈsjon/

“discusión” means “argument” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

argument, dispute

Also: discussion
NounfA2
Two stylized cartoon people standing face-to-face, yelling at each other with angry, frustrated expressions, symbolizing a heated argument.

📝 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

analysis, examination

NounfC1formal
A person sitting at a wooden desk, intently using a large magnifying glass to examine details on an open book, symbolizing detailed analysis.

📝 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

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: discusión

Question 1 of 1

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

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
discutir(to discuss, to argue) — Verb
discutible(debatable, questionable) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
canciónemocióndecisión
📚 Etymology▼

Comes from the Latin word *discussio*, which originally meant 'a shaking apart' or 'examination.' This meaning of careful examination (used in Definition 2) evolved over time into the more common meaning of 'debating' and 'arguing' (used in Definition 1).

First recorded: 13th century (in Spanish)

Cognates (Related words)

English: discussionPortuguese: discussão

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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.