debattieren
Translation
to debate, to discuss, to argue
Examples
Die Politiker debattieren über das neue Gesetz.
The politicians are debating the new law.
Wir haben lange über dieses Thema debattiert.
We debated this topic for a long time.
Grammar Patterns
((about sth.)) to debate about sth. The politicians are debating about the new law.
Similar Words
Synonyms: diskutieren (to discuss), erörtern (to discuss in detail)
Etymology
From Latin 'debattuere' (to beat down). It shares the same root as the English word 'debate'.
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to the English word 'debate'. Picture a political debate to remember it.