controversy in Portuguese
controversy in Portuguese is controvérsia, polêmica — controversy means public disagreement or debate, often heated, about a particular issue.
controversy in Portuguese
controvérsia
A debate or discussion of opposing opinions; (generally) strife.
polêmica
A debate or discussion of opposing opinions; (generally) strife.
What does "controversy" mean?
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noun Public disagreement or debate, often heated, about a particular issue.
"The film sparked controversy over its portrayal of the war."
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controversy in a sentence
- The film sparked controversy over its portrayal of the war.
- There was much controversy surrounding the referee's decision.
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What is "controversy" in Portuguese?
"controversy" in Portuguese is controvérsia, polêmica. controversy means: Public disagreement or debate, often heated, about a particular issue.
How do you use "controversy" in a sentence?
Example: "The film sparked controversy over its portrayal of the war." In Portuguese, "controversy" is controvérsia, polêmica.
Are there other ways to say "controversy" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 2 translations listed for "controversy": controvérsia, polêmica.
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