verb

discutir

discuss · argue

Es hablar con otra persona para expresar diferentes opiniones, a veces con un tono fuerte o en forma de debate.

Word: discutir

Meaning: The Spanish verb discutir generally means to discuss or to argue. It can have two related but different uses depending on the context:

To discuss:
This use involves talking about a topic in a detailed or thoughtful way, often to exchange ideas, opinions, or information.
Example:
- Vamos a discutir el plan de trabajo.
  (Let's discuss the work plan.)
To argue or quarrel:
This use involves having a disagreement or heated exchange, sometimes implying a negative tone or conflict.
Example:
- Ellos suelen discutir por tonterías.
  (They tend to argue over little things.)

Parts:

dis- (a common Spanish prefix often indicating separation or intensification, although here it is part of the root),
cutir comes from Latin contrectāre, related to handling or dealing with.

However, breaking discutir strictly into parts is less meaningful here; it's principally used as a whole verb.

Synonyms:

For "to discuss":
- debatir (to debate)
- examinar (to examine)
- analizar (to analyze)
- conversar (to converse)
For "to argue":
- pelearse (to fight/quarrel)
- reñir (to quarrel)
- controversiar (to dispute)

Antonyms:

For "to discuss":
- ignorar (to ignore)
- callar (to be silent)
For "to argue":
- estar de acuerdo (to agree)
- cooperar (to cooperate)

In summary, discutir is a versatile verb that depending on judgment can mean having a constructive conversation or an interpersonal conflict involving verbal disagreement. The context usually makes the intended meaning clear.