A2noun 1K

Discussion

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˈskʌʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˈskʌʃn/"]/

Meaning of Discussion

a conversation about somebody/something; the process of discussing somebody/something

In simple words: A talk about something with one or more people.

Discussion in a sentence

• We had an interesting discussion about our favorite books in class.
• The discussion around climate change is becoming more urgent.
• There will be a discussion panel at the conference next week.
• I enjoy the discussion after watching a movie with my friends.
• The discussion in the meeting took a different direction after a few minutes.

How to use Discussion

Use 'discussion' in settings like meetings or classes. It's appropriate in formal and informal contexts but avoid overly casual situations.

Grammar pattern

discussion + of/about + topic

Memory hint

Think of 'discussing' with multiple people -- sounds like 'discuss-shun'.

Related words

Collocations with Discussion

• detailed
• extensive
• full
• have
• hold
• enter into
• take place
• centre/​center on
• focus on
• group
• document
• topic
• for discussion
• during a/​the discussion
• in a/​the discussion
• a basis for discussion
• discussion and debate
• a forum for discussion
• detailed
• extensive
• full
• have
• hold
• enter into
• take place
• centre/​center on
• focus on
• group
• document
• topic
• for discussion
• during a/​the discussion
• in a/​the discussion
• a basis for discussion
• discussion and debate
• a forum for discussion

Synonyms for Discussion

• talk
• conversation
• dialogue
• debate
• exchange

Opposites of Discussion

• silence
• quiet
• disagreement

Common mistakes with Discussion

• Using 'discussion' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Saying 'discuss about' instead of just 'discuss'.
• Confusing 'discussion' with 'debate.'

Frequently asked questions about Discussion

What does Discussion mean?

A talk about something with one or more people.

What is the definition of Discussion?

a conversation about somebody/something; the process of discussing somebody/something

How do you use Discussion in a sentence?

We had an interesting discussion about our favorite books in class.

Can you give another example of Discussion?

The discussion around climate change is becoming more urgent.

What are synonyms for Discussion?

Common alternatives include talk, conversation, dialogue, debate, exchange.

What is the opposite of Discussion?

Opposite meanings include silence, quiet, disagreement.

What words go with Discussion?

It commonly pairs with detailed, extensive, full, have, hold, enter into, take place, centre/​center on, focus on, group, document, topic, for discussion, during a/​the discussion, in a/​the discussion, a basis for discussion, discussion and debate, a forum for discussion, detailed, extensive, full, have, hold, enter into, take place, centre/​center on, focus on, group, document, topic, for discussion, during a/​the discussion, in a/​the discussion, a basis for discussion, discussion and debate, a forum for discussion.

What are common mistakes when using Discussion?

Using 'discussion' as a verb instead of a noun. Saying 'discuss about' instead of just 'discuss'. Confusing 'discussion' with 'debate.'

How do you pronounce Discussion?

US: /["/dɪˈskʌʃn/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈskʌʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Discussion?

Use 'discussion' in settings like meetings or classes. It's appropriate in formal and informal contexts but avoid overly casual situations.

What CEFR level is Discussion?

"Discussion" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.