Diskutieren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Diskutieren" is used as verb with the meaning of "to discuss", "to talk about" or "to debate".

Essential properties of "diskutieren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: diskutieren
Simple past: diskutierte
Participle: diskutiert

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "diskutieren" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To talk or debate about a topic"

Definition: "To talk or debate about a topic with one or more people."
Translation(s): to discuss, to talk about, to debate
Synonym(s): erörtern, besprechen, debattieren
Related word(s): Diskussion, Debatte

📝 Some usage examples:

Wir haben lange über das Thema diskutiert.We discussed the topic for a long time.
Sie diskutieren oft über Politik.They often discuss politics.
Er möchte nicht mehr diskutieren.He doesn't want to discuss anymore.

2.) "To argue for or against an idea"

Definition: "To argue or present reasons to support or refute an idea."
Translation(s): to argue, to debate, to discuss
Synonym(s): streiten, debattieren
Related word(s): Argument, Auseinandersetzung

📝 Some usage examples:

Die Wissenschaftler diskutieren über die Ergebnisse der Studie.The scientists are discussing the results of the study.
Wir diskutieren die Vor- und Nachteile des Projekts.We are discussing the pros and cons of the project.
Sie diskutierten heftig über die neuen Vorschläge.They argued fiercely about the new proposals.

3.) "Formal debate on a topic"

Definition: "To formally debate a topic in an academic or professional context."
Translation(s): debate, discuss, deliberate
Synonym(s): debattieren, erörtern
Related word(s): Debatte, Symposium

📝 Some usage examples:

Die Experten diskutieren auf der Konferenz über die Zukunft der Technologie.The experts are debating the future of technology at the conference.
Er diskutiert seine Thesen vor dem Prüfungskomitee.He discusses his theses before the examination committee.
Die Politiker diskutieren die neuen Gesetze im Parlament.The politicians are debating the new laws in parliament.

4.) "Informal conversation about a topic"

Definition: "To converse or talk about a topic informally."
Translation(s): chat, talk, discuss, converse
Synonym(s): reden, plaudern
Related word(s): Gespräch, Unterhaltung

📝 Some usage examples:

Wir diskutieren oft beim Abendessen.We often chat during dinner.
Sie diskutierten über ihre Urlaubspläne.They talked about their vacation plans.
Lass uns das bei einem Kaffee diskutieren.Let's discuss that over a coffee.

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