die Debatte, -n
debate
Ein Gespräch, bei dem mehrere Personen ihre Meinungen zu einem Thema austauschen und oft unterschiedliche Standpunkte vertreten.
The German word "Debatte" is a noun that means "debate" or "discussion". It is borrowed from the French word "débat", which consists of "dé-" (indicating separation) and "battre" (to strike, beat). "Debatte" refers to a formal discussion on a particular topic where opposing arguments are presented. Similar words in German include "Diskussion" (discussion), "Gespräch" (conversation), and "Streit" (dispute).
The differences are as follows: "Diskussion" is a broader term that can refer to any type of conversation or deliberation, often without a confrontational aspect. "Debatte" implies a more structured format, typically focusing on opposing views, while "Streit" often denotes a disagreement that may become heated or contentious.
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Sie führen eine Debatte über das Thema Klimawandel.noun
They are having a debate about the topic of climate change.
Die Debatte beginnt um 18 Uhr.noun
The debate begins at 6 p.m.
Während der Debatte wurden viele wichtige Punkte angesprochen.noun
Many important points were raised during the debate.
Die Debatte dauerte stundenlang.noun
The debate lasted for hours.
In der Debatte äußern viele ihre Meinungen.noun
In the debate, many express their opinions.
Die Debatte dauert bereits seit Stunden.noun
The debate has already lasted for hours.
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