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debate in Spanish

debate in Spanish is debate, debatir — debate means to argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.

debate in Spanish

debate
noun
debatir
verb
(ambitransitive, reciprocal) To participate in a debate; to dispute, argue, especially in a public arena. [from 14th c.]

What does "debate" mean?

  1. verb To argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.
    "The candidates will debate the economy live on television tonight."
  2. verb To think something over carefully before deciding.
    "She debated whether to accept the job offer."
  3. noun A formal discussion of opposing views, often ending in a vote or decision.
    "The parliamentary debate lasted late into the night."

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.
  • The parliamentary debate lasted late into the night.

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What is "debate" in Spanish?

"debate" in Spanish is debate, debatir. debate means: To argue a topic formally, usually presenting opposing sides.

How do you use "debate" in a sentence?

Example: "The candidates will debate the economy live on television tonight." In Spanish, "debate" is debate, debatir.

Are there other ways to say "debate" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "debate": debate, debatir.

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