Meaning
discussion
- argument
- quarrel
In a sentence
La discussione in classe è stata molto interessante.
The discussion in class was very interesting.
Perché fate sempre discussione per cose piccole?
Why do you always argue over small things?
Non voglio un'altra discussione con mio fratello.
I don't want another argument with my brother.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| discussione | feminine · singular |
| discussioni | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Discussione can be neutral or heated. For a calm exchange, confronto or dibattito may sound more precise in formal contexts.
- After avere una discussione, context decides whether it means discussion or argument; learners often assume it is always negative.
- Litigare is the verb for actively quarreling; discutere can mean simply discussing, so it is not always equivalent to argue.