debate in Japanese
debate in Japanese is 議論, ディベート, 討論 — debate means to argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.
debate in Japanese
議論
Pronounced: giron
An argument, or discussion, usually in an ordered or formal setting, often with more than two people, generally ending with a vote or other decision.
ディベート
Pronounced: dibēto
An argument, or discussion, usually in an ordered or formal setting, often with more than two people, generally ending with a vote or other decision.
討論
Pronounced: tōron
An argument, or discussion, usually in an ordered or formal setting, often with more than two people, generally ending with a vote or other decision.
What does "debate" mean?
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verb To argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.
"The candidates will debate the economy live on television tonight."
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verb To think something over carefully before deciding.
"She debated whether to accept the job offer."
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noun A formal discussion of opposing views, often ending in a vote or decision.
"The parliamentary debate lasted late into the night."
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debate in a sentence
- The candidates will debate the economy live on television tonight.
- Students debated both sides of the issue in class.
- She debated whether to accept the job offer.
- I debated for ages whether to call him or send a message.
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What is "debate" in Japanese?
"debate" in Japanese is 議論, ディベート, 討論. debate means: To argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.
How do you pronounce 議論?
"debate" in Japanese is 議論, pronounced "giron".
How do you use "debate" in a sentence?
Example: "The candidates will debate the economy live on television tonight." In Japanese, "debate" is 議論, ディベート, 討論.
Are there other ways to say "debate" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 3 translations listed for "debate": 議論, ディベート, 討論.
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