die Diskussion, -en
discussion
Ein Gespräch zwischen zwei oder mehreren Personen, bei dem unterschiedliche Meinungen oder Ideen ausgetauscht werden.
The German word "Diskussion" is a noun meaning "discussion" or "debate". It comes from the verb "diskutieren", which means "to discuss".
Similar words in German:
- Gespräch (conversation)
- Debatte (debate)
- Austausch (exchange)
Differences:
- Diskussion usually implies a structured talk where different opinions are exchanged.
- Gespräch is more general and informal, simply meaning any conversation.
- Debatte often refers to more formal or public argumentative discussions.
- Austausch emphasizes mutual exchange, not necessarily argumentative.
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Examples
Die Diskussion war sehr informativ.noun
The discussion was very informative.
Die Diskussion dreht sich um aktuelle Themen.noun
The discussion revolves around current topics.
Diese Diskussion ist sehr interessant.noun
This discussion is very interesting.
Die Diskussion dauert schon Stunden.noun
The discussion has been going on for hours.
Unsere Diskussion war sehr heftig und lang.noun
Our discussion was very intense and long.
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