discussion/dis.ky.sjɔ̃/
noun · A2 · Frequency 1937
nounfeminine
Meanings
discussion; exchange of views; debate
Refers to an exchange of views on a topic, and can also mean a more formal debate.
Examples
Une discussion calme a permis de trouver une solution.
A calm discussion made it possible to find a solution.
La discussion avec le médecin a duré près d'une heure.
The discussion with the doctor lasted nearly an hour.
Cette discussion sur le budget a opposé les deux équipes.
This discussion about the budget set the two teams against each other.
Collocations
- une discussion animéea lively discussion
Common mistakes
Nous avons eu une discution intéressante.
Nous avons eu une discussion intéressante.
The noun discussion ends in -ssion, not *discution; the latter is a common spelling mistake.
Related words
synonymdébatdebate, a formal or informal discussion on a particular topic involving different viewpoints.
synonymconversationConversation, referring to oral communication between people.
nounfeminine
Meanings
discussion; exchange of views; debate
Refers to an exchange of views on a topic, and can also mean a more formal debate.
Examples
Les discussions entre les voisins ont permis de trouver une solution.
The discussions among the neighbors led to a solution.
Après plusieurs discussions, l'équipe a accepté le nouveau calendrier.
After several discussions, the team accepted the new schedule.
Ces discussions ont opposé les partisans du projet à ses détracteurs.
These debates pitted the supporters of the project against its critics.